Avantor is seeking a dedicated and drivenResearch Technician (Histopathology)to join our team inCambridge UK. In this role youll be responsible for supportingdevelopment optimization validation and operationalizing cutting edge diagnostics in a CAP accredited lab and supporting performing histopathological techniqueson human tissue samplessuch as tissue sectioning anddigital slide scanning. Youll work close with scientists and stakeholders to ensure efficient sample tracking inventory management and laboratory operations.
This full-time temporary (12-month contract) position is based at our state-of-the-art facility at The Discovery Centre Bio-Medical Campus in Cambridge.
In addition to a competitive salary we offer an attractive benefits package including a pension scheme private medical and dental care and an extra day off for your birthday.
Working Hours:Monday Friday 8:00 AM 4:00 PMor 9:00AM 5:00pm
The Team
Youll be working alongside a skilled team supporting automated immunohistochemistry immunofluorescence and in situ hybridization assays. Youll be part of our Lab and Production Services department which provides comprehensive support to leading pharmaceutical companies and laboratories worldwide particularly within Research and Development in the Life Sciences sector.
What Were Looking For
Education:Degree in biosciences or life sciences (or equivalent experience)
Experience:
Practical laboratory experience particularly in histopathology tissue sectioning and slide scanning
Proficient in sample tracking and inventory management systems ideally with experience using LIMS and electronic sample management tools
Good understanding of regulatory and safety standards including GCP HTA SHE and COSHH and a willingness to follow SOPs and training requirement
Excellent communication and problem-solving skills capable of working collaboratively with internal scientists and external partners
How You Will Thrive and Make an Impact
Support scientists by assisting in daily histopathology tasks including immunohistochemistry digital slide scanning and tissue sectioning from blocks
Perform automated staining techniques on clinical trial tissue samples to aid in biomarker analysis
Contribute to lab operations within the Precision Diagnostic Developmentarea ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality data
Ensure strict compliancewithregulatory workflows (e.g. IVDR ISO15189 ISO13485 CAP/CLIA)with Human Tissue Authority (HTA) regulations and Good Clinical Practice (GCP) standards while performing laboratory tasks
Collaborate with the team to maintain accurate documentation and uphold laboratory safety and quality standards
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Why Avantor
Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14000 associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.
The work we do changes peoples lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his moms voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.
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