#Li-Onsite
At CooperSurgical we are currently looking to recruit a Laboratory Assistant to our Clinical services within genetic testing are growing, and we are expanding the team. You will be part of a team of eight laboratory scientists, reporting to the Laboratory Manager. The position is based at our facilities in King's Cross London England.
Location: On-site and full time
Position
This is an entry level, clinical Laboratory assistant position, under the direction of the Laboratory Manager.
The daily activities may consist of processing and receiving of clinical samples, data entry or other duties as assigned, in accordance with the Quality Management System (QMS) under ISO 15189:2022.
Sample handling may consist of sample receipt, accession, preparation, processing, analysis, storage and safe disposal. Sample processing may consist of performing Next Generation Sequencing (NGS), PCR, or other analytical techniques. The data management may consist of use of paper or electronic systems to ensure immaculate record keeping in accordance with GDPR requirements to maintain patient confidentiality and accurate results and reports.
Compliance is maintained through strict adherence to established Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). The role as laboratory scientist is vital to the grown plans for our Clinical services, you will be able to excel and develop.
Your key responsibilities
* Receive, accession, process and report on cases and samples
* Operate manual and automated clinical test instruments and information systems
* Adhere to all laboratory's policies, procedures and codes of practice for all activities assigned under the Quality Management System (QMS).
* Data entry and management
* Maintain clean, orderly and safe work environment, including laboratory cleaning and maintenance activities.
* Perform concurrent data entry with focus on data integrity, maintaining Good Documentation Practices (GDP).
* Attend and participate in lab meetings.
* Other duties, as assigned
* May require occasional overtime, including weekends
Your Qualifications and Requirements
* Bachelor in Biomedical Sciences, Genetics, Biology, Chemistry
* Experience in a regulated environment desired
* Attention to detail
* Teamwork and patience
* Time management skills
* Structured and systematic approach
* Good communicator and team player
* Proficient level in MS office
* Fluent English (spoken and written) is mandatory
Why join CooperSurgical?
We offer a position within a dynamic, globally leading, high growth company. You will work together with competent colleagues in a positive environment that welcomes people of all views and backgrounds and provides countless ways to grow and develop.
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