Laboratory Operations Assistant

The Laboratory Operations department offers routine testing service for the analysis of T-cells to aid in the diagnosis of, and investigation of infectious diseases using the company’s own T-SPOT technology as well as innovative research techniques. The Oxford Diagnostic Laboratory (ODL) within the Laboratory Operations department provides a UKAS accredited routine diagnostic service to UK clinical services.

Note this is a part-time role of 22.5 hours per week. Shifts are 4.5 hours from Tues - Saturday mornings.

Role Description

• Receiving, labelling and handling patient samples on a daily basis, from Tuesday to Saturday, following the laboratory standard operating procedures at all times.
• Booking/Signing-in samples in a timely manner while ensuring the highest quality of work and accuracy of documentation.
• Assisting laboratory staff with the preparation of tests/assays, following the instructions and protocols provided.
• Cleaning and maintaining laboratory equipment and space, ensuring proper functioning and supporting calibration.
• Assisting laboratory staff with the removal of waste, including recycling and hazardous waste, and restocking of laboratory supplies.
• Completing administration tasks to a high standard, ensuring all entries are accurate and contemporaneous. Performing general administration of all documentation.
• With assistance from more senior staff, prioritise workload to ensure key targets and objectives are met on time.
• Communicating effectively with laboratory staff and management, demonstrating excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Assisting management and laboratory staff as required with any further items or duties.
• Performing duties in other departments, on an occasional basis, to meet critical Company objectives as required.
• Follow company and departmental Health and Safety Policies at all times.
  
  
  

Role Requirements:

Essential Qualifications, Skills, And Abilities

• Educated to A-Level standard or equivalent experience, preferably in a science discipline
• Knowledge of Windows and Office based applications: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Ability to organise and prioritise work loads
  
  
  

Desirable Technical Skills And Abilities

• Previous experience in a laboratory setting or a similar role
• An understanding of the healthcare, diagnostic and/or pharmaceutical industries
• Familiarity with Quality System concepts and requirements including GcP and ISO systems