Job summary
The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility UCLH is a well-established Clinical Research Facility (CRF) covering two sites. The Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre is a dedicated neuroscience experimental medicine facility at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) at Queen Square (QS); and the NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility is a comprehensive Cancer and Medical research facility on the Bloomsbury campus (BC) at Tottenham Court Road.
We are looking to recruit a self-motivated and enthusiastic Medical Laboratory Assistant to work in the CRF laboratory and be specifically responsible for general laboratory maintenance, assist in processing, storing and shipping samples collected as part of clinical trials implemented at the UCLH NIHR CRF from first-into-human through to complex and innovative phase 3 trials, and experimental non-IMP studies. The post holder should demonstrate good interpersonal skills, with ability to communicate to colleagues and service users and be an excellent team worker.
Main duties of the job
The post holder will be expected to provide support by maintaining accurate records and general laboratory maintenance, resulting in high quality clinical data in line with the study protocol, the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the UK Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations.
o To receive and process samples.o To maintain the integrity and accuracy of the research samples.o To be responsible for maintaining accurate manual and computerised records.o To be responsible for general laboratory maintenance.o To collaborate and liaise with clinicians, support staff and research staff.
The post holder will work across CRFs sites based on laboratory support needs, and shift work may be required from time to time depending on needs e.g. 8am to 4pm, 10am to 6pm, 11am to 7pm.
About us
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.
We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:
We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.
We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Job description
Job responsibilities
For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.
Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*
* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.
UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff To find out more, visit: Flexible working.
To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of education to GCSE level (or equivalent), including grade C or above in English and Mathematics Foundation degree (in a science subject)
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory.
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work alone and within a team
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work accurately and methodically.
- Good IT skills, including experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities.
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Desirable
- Proficient in using clinical systems.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Able to identify own training needs. Displays desire for professional and personal development
Person Specification
Knowledge and Qualifications
Essential
- A good standard of education to GCSE level (or equivalent), including grade C or above in English and Mathematics Foundation degree (in a science subject)
- NVQ level 3 or equivalent experience
Desirable
Experience
Essential
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory.
Desirable
Skills and Abilities
Essential
- Ability to work alone and within a team
- Ability to prioritise workload and meet deadlines
- Ability to use own initiative
- Ability to work well under pressure
- Ability to work accurately and methodically.
- Good IT skills, including experience in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook.
- Knowledge and understanding of the importance of equal opportunities.
- Understands importance of maintaining confidentiality
Desirable
- Proficient in using clinical systems.
Communication
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing
Personal and People Development
Essential
- Able to identify own training needs. Displays desire for professional and personal development
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address
UCL (NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility (CRF) sites across Trust)
235 Euston Road
London
NW1 2BU
Employer's website
https://www.uclh.nhs.uk (Opens in a new tab)
