Biomedical Research Laboratory Technician

University of Oxford
Oxford
1 week ago
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Department of Oncology, Oxford Cancer, Churchill Hospital, OX3 7LEAbout the roleWe have an exciting opportunity for a Research Laboratory Technician to join Oxford Cancer, a city-wide research initiative and partnership between Oxford University, Oxford University Hospitals NHS Trust, Thames Valley Cancer Alliance, and the Oxfordshire Clinical Commissioning Group. This post will form part of the INTEGRATOR Research Tissue Bank that supports clinical trials and laboratory-based research by receiving and processing clinical samples. The post holder will be responsible for delivering a range of sample collection, processing (including blood sample preparation, biopsy processing, and molecular techniques), analysis, storage, and distribution tasks. Aspects of this work are associated with patient stratification and primary clinical end points, so will require to be delivered according to Good Clinical Practice. This post is based at Oxford Cancer, Churchill Hospital, OX3 7LE and is offered on a full-time fixed-term basis until 31st March 2027.About youYou will have experience with the techniques and methods listed in the Responsibilities section of the job description. You will have proven experience be working to GCP standards and in a clinical/molecular/biochemistry laboratory. You will have proven ability to prioritise, plan and manage a high volume of work to meet deadlines, both prescribed and self-imposed, and ensure that the laboratory runs in an efficient and timely manner. You will be able to work under pressure while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Experience in using digital Quality Management and Laboratory Management systems will be advantageous.What We OfferAs an employer, we genuinely care about our employees’ wellbeing and this is reflected in the range of benefits that we offer including:

An excellent contributory pension scheme 38 days annual leave inclusive of bank holidays (pro rata for part time) A comprehensive range of childcare services Family leave schemes Cycle loan scheme Discounted bus travel and Season Ticket travel loans Membership to a variety of social and sports clubs

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