Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA), with good interpersonal skills and a committed team member to join the Clinical Genomics department.
Cytogenetics is part of the Clinical Genomics Department bringing together cytogenetics, translational science, bioinformatics and molecular diagnostics and is one of the few specialised clinical genomics laboratories of cancer in Europe. The laboratory provides a diagnostic service for haematological malignancy and solid tumours for several NHS Trusts and Cancer Networks, as well as participating in clinical trials.
Responsibilities
* Provide technical and clerical support for the scientific teams within the Cytogenetics Laboratory and, if necessary, in related Pathology or research disciplines.
* Receive and process specimens submitted to the department for Cytogenetic investigations, and perform associated clerical and administrative tasks. This involves regular tasks as well as occasional duties in response to specific requests.
* Take responsibility for stock control processes, ensuring accurate recording of usage to maintain an adequate supply of all consumables and reagents.
* Maintain a high level of accuracy and reliability, and collaborate with other members of the laboratory and other departments to achieve maximum efficiency and quality of the service provided.
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That is why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees’ work-life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
For further information on this role, please see the attached detailed Job Description and Person Specification:
Role Details
* Undertake aseptic techniques on samples and reagents to decant them or during tissue culture.
* Label tubes for cultures and establish cell cultures from various sample types as directed.
* Sort fixed cell suspensions for safe disposal or transfer into labelled containers for long term storage. Sort samples for short-term storage or safe disposal.
* Prepare and package samples so they can be safely transported to other centres.
* Use laboratory equipment for preparation of samples and reagents. Monitor safety, performance and temperature range of equipment and advise scientific staff of any deviation from norm.
* Prepare and measure out chemicals and reagents used in the processing and analysis of samples. Record chemical and reagent batch numbers and operator details as part of the quality control regime of the laboratory.
This advert closes on Thursday 18 Sep 2025
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