Technical Analyst

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 T-SPOT technology as well as innovative research techniques.  ODL within Lab ops provides a UKAS accredited diagnostic service to UK clinical services, and the Certimmune function within lab ops participates in ground-breaking research including collaboration with Pharma companies.

This position is a member of the Laboratory Operations Technical team and is specifically responsible for supporting and working on Technical transfer of new tests and processes and continuous improvement projects.

Please note there will be occasional weekend required

Role Description:

• Working closely with the Technical Supervisor, this role is responsible for conducting experiments, validation and verification testing, data analysis and completion of associated documentation to support projects related to technical transfer and continuous improvement.

• Liaise with the Quality team on all levels of documentation. Create, review, and publish department specific SOPs and reports using the company’s electronic document management system.

• Ensure that any likely delays or issues with a given project are communicated to their line Manager in a timely manner. Assist with the resolution of analytical issues as they occur.

• Responsible for sample receipt, storage, and management of Cryopreserved samples within the department.

• Prioritize workload to ensure key objectives agreed with Manager are met in a timely manner.

• Perform duties in other teams and departments, e.g., collaborate with the R&D team for Certimmune assay development and qualifications, act as deputy for ODL routine testing to meet critical company objectives as required.

• Ensure that the Quality Management System, including regulatory requirements (GcP and ISO 17025:2015) are always adhered to and in all aspects of the job.

• Work to the company values at all times.

Role Requirements:

Essential qualifications, skills, and abilities

• Master’s degree or equivalent in a life sciences discipline. Minimum of 1 year’s relevant work experience and ‘hands-on’ knowledge working in a laboratory.

• Knowledge of Windows and Office bases applications; Word, Excel, PowerPoint

• Requires the analytical skills necessary to plan for, design or enhance highly‑complex systems and processes, able to resolve problems.

• Organizational/time management; able to manage multiple competing priorities simultaneously.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to communicate effectively at all levels.

Desirable Technical skills and abilities

• Knowledge of Quality System concepts and requirements including validation and qualification of analytical systems and processes, GcP and ISO systems.

Emotional skills and abilities

• Capable of working effectively in a team environment but also able to work independently and demonstrate a high degree of personal & professional initiative.

Professional competencies level

• Compliance and integrity

• Customer focus

• Communication & relationships

• Accountability

• Perseverance

What we offer:

• Salary plus health and wellbeing package

• Purposeful & inclusive work environment

• Dynamic culture in which customers are at the forefront 

• Being part of a highly qualified team that is committed to excellence  

• Access to cutting-edge expertise through which you can make positive impact in the world around us­­