Job summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic scientist to join the research team in the NHS Bowel Cancer Screening Programme (BCSP) Southern Hub as a Research Assistant.
The Southern Hub research team work alongside the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme and are based on the Surrey Research Park. The research team are involved in a variety of projects currently focused on the analytical factors and clinical utility of the faecal immunochemical test, both in screening and symptomatic populations. You will be a dynamic, enthusiastic team member with a science degree and experience of the bowel cancer screening programme who is looking for a new challenge.
This post is varied and duties will include laboratory tasks, administration and data recording and analysis. You will use databases and Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and will have the motivation to work to a high degree of accuracy and detail.
Training will be provided in any project-specific aspects of the role.
Main duties of the job
Assist with research and development projects and associated administrative and laboratory procedures at BCSP Southern Hub
The Research Assistant will support the BCSP Southern Hub Research team in research and development activities. They will assist with the development of project protocols and undertake research project tasks in accordance with agreed protocols under supervision of other members of the research team. Relevant training will be provided for specialist skills associated with the post.
About us
Royal Surrey is a compassionate and collaborative acute and community Trust. Recognising that our 5000 colleagues are our greatest strength, we offer a comprehensive health and wellbeing program along with a commitment to developing and advancing your career. Our diverse and welcoming Royal Surrey family will ensure you that you feel valued from your initial interview through your entire tenure.
We are clinically led and provide joined up care by bridging the gap between hospital and community services alongside regional specialist cancer care. Our main acute hospital site is in Guildford with community hospital sites at Milford, Haslemere and Cranleigh. We provide adult community health services in homes across Guildford and Waverley.
The Care Quality Commission (CQC) have given us an overall rating of Outstanding.
Royal Surrey has a strong reputation and history to build on. We are proud of our achievements and we are investing in our colleagues through our commitment to supporting professional development as well as investing more than £45 million in our physical environment and new equipment in the next few years. There has never been a better time to join us.
Although it isn't the Trusts normal practice, adverts may close early, so you are encouraged to submit an application as soon as possible.
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Job description
Job responsibilities
Receive training to perform relevant research activities: good clinical practice (GCP), good laboratory practice (GLP), research project databases, advanced Microsoft office software and other relevant software, laboratory equipment use and maintenance, quality management practices and software. Communicate with research project participants by answering helpline calls and progressing queries; producing letters, both bespoke and automated, to recruit participants, inform them of results and other project related communications. Produce a detailed audit trail of research project activities. Perform and keep records of maintenance to laboratory equipment, liaise with service engineers and record service information. Monitor and maintain general supplies for the research laboratory. Monitor and maintain supplies of research office stationery and project stationery. Contribute to production of SOPs in accordance with Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Service quality management methods. Communicate with members of research project teams at other sites as directed by the research project lead. Attend BCSP Southern Hub Research Committee meetings, take and write up minutes where required. Follow established procedures for the receipt and storage of research project biological samples.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Receive training to perform relevant research activities: good clinical practice (GCP), good laboratory practice (GLP), research project databases, advanced Microsoft office software and other relevant software, laboratory equipment use and maintenance, quality management practices and software. Communicate with research project participants by answering helpline calls and progressing queries; producing letters, both bespoke and automated, to recruit participants, inform them of results and other project related communications. Produce a detailed audit trail of research project activities. Perform and keep records of maintenance to laboratory equipment, liaise with service engineers and record service information. Monitor and maintain general supplies for the research laboratory. Monitor and maintain supplies of research office stationery and project stationery. Contribute to production of SOPs in accordance with Berkshire and Surrey Pathology Service quality management methods. Communicate with members of research project teams at other sites as directed by the research project lead. Attend BCSP Southern Hub Research Committee meetings, take and write up minutes where required. Follow established procedures for the receipt and storage of research project biological samples.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc with laboratory skills experience and/or relevant experience of working in a laboratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme pathway and database
- Experience of working in a laboratory
Desirable
- Good laboratory practice (GLP) knowledge
- Knowledge of current BCSP Southern Hub Research & Development projects
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- BSc with laboratory skills experience and/or relevant experience of working in a laboratory
Knowledge
Essential
- Good working knowledge of the Bowel Cancer Screening Programme pathway and database
- Experience of working in a laboratory
Desirable
- Good laboratory practice (GLP) knowledge
- Knowledge of current BCSP Southern Hub Research & Development projects
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).
