About this role
Job summary
Applications are invited from enthusiastic, well-motivated and organised individuals to be involved in all aspects of Clean Room maintenance to include cleaning, monitoring, cellular therapy product tank inventory management in a GMP compliant environment. The post will support the Biomedical Scientist in the operational, data management and clinical processing and in doing so support the Bone Marrow / Cellular therapy Transplant programme
The post holder will be involved in all aspects that are key to our service development and expected to participate in activities such as equipment validations, quality systems, data management including manufacturing of axillary reagents/media for clinical application.
Applicants must have a minimum of a Foundation level degree qualification in a related field such as Haematology Blood Transfusion / Immunology. In order to meet the needs of a high quality service, the post holder will be expected to be flexible in their working arrangements/time, participate in the departments on call rota and be able to demonstrate the ability to work consistently under pressure to the highest standards.
Main duties of the job
Carry out routine scientific/technical and clerical laboratory duties Carry out Cleanroom manufacturing duties including Cryoprotectant, MSC seeding/feeding for therapeutic use. Carry out other support duties for the laboratory Cleanroom cleaning/Environment monitoring and stock management Support laboratory informatics systems (STEMLAB) including cell product retrieval, delivery to Wards and inventory management. Work with strict observation of Departmental Health and Safety standards Perform duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) Be actively involved in the preparation of samples for the Research Biobank and associated data management.
About us
At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.
Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.
Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.
We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.
Job description Job responsibilities
The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.
For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.
Person Specification
Education/ qualifications Essential
Foundation Degree or equivalent knowledge of a wide range of laboratory procedures and techniques demanding intermediate theoretical knowledge acquired through both formal training and experience
Desirable
Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) training
Experience Essential
Knowledge of commonly used IT programs and the use of PCs. Experience of working in a regulated laboratory environment (e.g HTA/MHRA/UKAS)
Desirable
Experience working in Grade B clean room production environment Experience in liaising with multidisciplinary teams
Skills/knowledge/ abilities Essential
Good ability to organise and prioritise work. Ability to work independently and in a team. Able to keep clear and accurate records showing attention to detail
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
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Employer details Employer name Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address Hammersmith Hospital
Du Cane Road
London
W12 0HS
United Kingdom
Employer's website https://www.imperial.nhs.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)