About the role
The main purpose of the job is to support the research of the WHO Pneumococcal Serology Reference Laboratory (WHO PSRL). The postholder will be supporting the ELISA team and performing high throughput ELISAs in the Vaccine Evaluation group, part of the Infection section at the Infection, Immunity and Inflammation department, in accordance to GCLP. Duties of the role are as follows; • Perform daily pneumococcal ELISAs and support the running of the assay according to Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP). • Work collaboratively with other members of the team. • Perform all processes according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). • Perform data analysis for reporting to trial sponsors in accordance with Good Documentation Practice. • Make reagents and manage stocks of consumables. • Perform monthly QA checks on equipment. • Be responsible for managing daily workload to ensure that testing deadlines are met. • Carry out any other duties within the scope and purpose of the job as requested by the Line Manager or Head of Department. This post is funded until 30/09/ in the first instance.
About you
The successful candidate will have a BSc (2:2 or above) in biomedical sciences or a relevant subject. They will also have significant ELISA experience in a GCP, GMP, GLP or ISO accredited laboratory.
What we offer
As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents, we also offer some great benefits some of which are below: • 41 Days holiday (27 days annual leave 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days) • Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme • Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE) • Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan • Immigration loan • Relocation scheme for certain posts • On-Site nursery • On-site gym • Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay • Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service • Discounted medical insurance