Job Description
| JOB TITLE | Technician (Molecular Assay Development) |
| LOCATION | Guildford |
| JOB REQUIREMENTS | Due to the nature of the role our requirement is for this position to be Guildford based office hours five days per week. |
| REPORTING TO | Senior Scientist (Molecular Assay Development) |
| DIRECT REPORTS | No |
| JOB PURPOSE |
| The post holder will play a key role in supporting the Molecular Assay Development team through the preparation execution and documentation of laboratory experiments. This laboratory-based position contributes to the smooth running of daily operations ensuring accurate and timely completion of experimental and quality tasks in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs). The role involves assisting with instrument setup assay validation and routine testing maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with laboratory quality and safety standards. The job holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary scientific team gaining experience in regulated molecular biology workflows including handling instruments and reagents used in diagnostic assay development. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop strong technical and teamwork skills understand the link between laboratory work and product development and contribute to innovative research within an industry-based molecular diagnostics environment. The role involves a combination of routine and project-based tasks requiring precision consistency and a proactive approach. |
| PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES |
| - First point of contact for the receipt and initial processing of specimen deliveries including the handling of blood tubes taking measurements/centrifugation.
- Responsible for the accurate recording and tracking of patient information onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for all samples in accordance with company and regulatory (e.g. confidentiality) requirements.
- Hands-on laboratory work performing routine instrument maintenance and regular lab techniques: preparing and processing blood samples using the Parsortix instrument DNA/RNA extraction digital PCR assisting with library preparation for NGS assay and instrument set-up.
- Contribute to data collection and recording according to CelLBxHealth quality regulations.
- With supervision and support involved in data processing analysis and reporting.
- Provide technical support to other members of the team in various programmes and projects.
- Responsible for quality and regulatory compliance of work undertaken.
- Contribute to running of laboratory facilities including receiving and unpacking deliveries and adequate storing of them formulating buffers and maintaining laboratory consumables as required.
- Perform venepuncture and associated blood draw activities for healthy volunteer donors ensuring accurate specimen labelling documentation and chain of custody and coordinating donor appointments in line with approved ethical procedures; where phlebotomy competency is not already held undertake phlebotomy training to achieve and maintain this competency in accordance with safety quality and regulatory standards.
- Responsible for maintenance of instruments and the cleaning of equipment and bench areas.
- Active stock control.
- Conducting monthly health and safety checks.
- Support all aspects of laboratory management in a variety of tasks both in and out of the lab. as and when required by line manager.
- Undertake additional ad hoc activities as required
|
| EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS |
|
- Degree in Biomedical Science Molecular Biology Biotechnology or related discipline.
- Prepared to work towards a Phlebotomy certification.
- >1 year experience in molecular biology laboratory roles preferably supporting clinical or research assay development projects.
- Hands-on experience with sample preparation PCR or related molecular techniques within a diagnostic or regulated laboratory setting advantageous.
- Practical experience with molecular assay instrumentation and routine laboratory maintenance activities.
- Understanding of molecular biology laboratory techniques including nucleic acid extraction PCR digital PCR and next-generation sequencing workflows.
- Familiarity with clinical sample types and handling requirements ensuring sample integrity for sensitive molecular assays.
- Awareness of laboratory data management practices including accurate documentation and traceability within regulated environments.
- Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation commonly used in molecular workflows including troubleshooting and preventive maintenance principles.
- Understanding of assay quality control methods and the importance of compliance with laboratory best practices.
- Awareness of clinical requirements for sample processing under the ISO 15189 standard.
- Proficient in performing routine molecular assay procedures supporting assay setup execution and quality checks.
- Skilled in operating maintaining and troubleshooting molecular biology instruments and equipment to ensure optimal assay performance.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on the accuracy of sample processing data recording and adherence to protocols.
- Capable of managing laboratory inventory efficiently including reagents and consumables to support uninterrupted workflow.
- Effective communicator able to collaborate with scientists and laboratory staff in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Proactive in identifying and escalating technical issues promptly to minimise assay interruptions.
- Competent in using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) for sample tracking and data entry.
- Documentation of chain of custody and sample receipt under clinical governance.
- An eye for detail and commitment to high quality data
- A flexible can-do approach to the requirements of the job
|
CELLBXHEALTH CORE VALUES |
| BE COURAGEOUS. BE CURIOUS. We encourage ideas that find solutions act with curiosity and explore new ways of working. DO WHATS RIGHT We ensure work is done to the highest standard behaving responsibly in decisions and actions. BE HEARD. HEAR OTHERS. We make space for every voice listen with respect and welcome constructive challenge. WORK TOGETHER. LEARN TOGETHER. DELIVER TOGETHER We succeed through collaboration. We help each other grow learn from mistakes without blame and celebrate shared wins. TAKE OWNERSHIP. MAKE IT HAPPEN We take responsibility act with momentum adapt quickly and push through challenges to achieve what matters. |
- CELLBXHEALTH EXPERTISE
|
| TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE - Acquire and apply the appropriate functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level
- Understand CelLBxHealths strategy our technologies and the regulatory environment in which we operate
PLANNING AND ORGANISATION - Create effective plans actively manage workload and prioritise work to achieve goals
COMMUNICATION - Listen to others communicate clearly concisely and accurately in all relevant forms
COMMERCIAL ACUMEN - Apply good business judgement to respond to evolving opportunities and pressures
| QUALITY STANDARDS - Demonstrate commitment to quality
- Work within the CelLBxHealth Europe ISO13485:2016 quality system and ensure that necessary operating procedures are being always complied with
- Comply with the requirements of the Good Laboratory/Clinical/Manufacturing Practices
- Fulfil all position-specific quality related activities
PRODUCT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT - Develop and design well-defined commercial products
- Technical and laboratory practice
|
Required Experience:
IC
Job Description JOB TITLE Technician (Molecular Assay Development) LOCATION Guildford JOB REQUIREMENTS Due to the nature of the role our requirement is for this position to be Guildford based office hours five days per week. REPORTING TO Senior Scientist (Molecular Assay Deve...
Job Description
| JOB TITLE | Technician (Molecular Assay Development) |
| LOCATION | Guildford |
| JOB REQUIREMENTS | Due to the nature of the role our requirement is for this position to be Guildford based office hours five days per week. |
| REPORTING TO | Senior Scientist (Molecular Assay Development) |
| DIRECT REPORTS | No |
| JOB PURPOSE |
| The post holder will play a key role in supporting the Molecular Assay Development team through the preparation execution and documentation of laboratory experiments. This laboratory-based position contributes to the smooth running of daily operations ensuring accurate and timely completion of experimental and quality tasks in accordance with established standard operating procedures (SOPs). The role involves assisting with instrument setup assay validation and routine testing maintaining accurate records and ensuring compliance with laboratory quality and safety standards. The job holder will work as part of a multi-disciplinary scientific team gaining experience in regulated molecular biology workflows including handling instruments and reagents used in diagnostic assay development. This position provides an excellent opportunity to develop strong technical and teamwork skills understand the link between laboratory work and product development and contribute to innovative research within an industry-based molecular diagnostics environment. The role involves a combination of routine and project-based tasks requiring precision consistency and a proactive approach. |
| PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES |
| - First point of contact for the receipt and initial processing of specimen deliveries including the handling of blood tubes taking measurements/centrifugation.
- Responsible for the accurate recording and tracking of patient information onto the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) for all samples in accordance with company and regulatory (e.g. confidentiality) requirements.
- Hands-on laboratory work performing routine instrument maintenance and regular lab techniques: preparing and processing blood samples using the Parsortix instrument DNA/RNA extraction digital PCR assisting with library preparation for NGS assay and instrument set-up.
- Contribute to data collection and recording according to CelLBxHealth quality regulations.
- With supervision and support involved in data processing analysis and reporting.
- Provide technical support to other members of the team in various programmes and projects.
- Responsible for quality and regulatory compliance of work undertaken.
- Contribute to running of laboratory facilities including receiving and unpacking deliveries and adequate storing of them formulating buffers and maintaining laboratory consumables as required.
- Perform venepuncture and associated blood draw activities for healthy volunteer donors ensuring accurate specimen labelling documentation and chain of custody and coordinating donor appointments in line with approved ethical procedures; where phlebotomy competency is not already held undertake phlebotomy training to achieve and maintain this competency in accordance with safety quality and regulatory standards.
- Responsible for maintenance of instruments and the cleaning of equipment and bench areas.
- Active stock control.
- Conducting monthly health and safety checks.
- Support all aspects of laboratory management in a variety of tasks both in and out of the lab. as and when required by line manager.
- Undertake additional ad hoc activities as required
|
| EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS EXPERIENCE KNOWLEDGE SKILLS |
|
- Degree in Biomedical Science Molecular Biology Biotechnology or related discipline.
- Prepared to work towards a Phlebotomy certification.
- >1 year experience in molecular biology laboratory roles preferably supporting clinical or research assay development projects.
- Hands-on experience with sample preparation PCR or related molecular techniques within a diagnostic or regulated laboratory setting advantageous.
- Practical experience with molecular assay instrumentation and routine laboratory maintenance activities.
- Understanding of molecular biology laboratory techniques including nucleic acid extraction PCR digital PCR and next-generation sequencing workflows.
- Familiarity with clinical sample types and handling requirements ensuring sample integrity for sensitive molecular assays.
- Awareness of laboratory data management practices including accurate documentation and traceability within regulated environments.
- Working knowledge of laboratory instrumentation commonly used in molecular workflows including troubleshooting and preventive maintenance principles.
- Understanding of assay quality control methods and the importance of compliance with laboratory best practices.
- Awareness of clinical requirements for sample processing under the ISO 15189 standard.
- Proficient in performing routine molecular assay procedures supporting assay setup execution and quality checks.
- Skilled in operating maintaining and troubleshooting molecular biology instruments and equipment to ensure optimal assay performance.
- Strong attention to detail with a focus on the accuracy of sample processing data recording and adherence to protocols.
- Capable of managing laboratory inventory efficiently including reagents and consumables to support uninterrupted workflow.
- Effective communicator able to collaborate with scientists and laboratory staff in multi-disciplinary teams.
- Proactive in identifying and escalating technical issues promptly to minimise assay interruptions.
- Competent in using laboratory information management systems (LIMS) for sample tracking and data entry.
- Documentation of chain of custody and sample receipt under clinical governance.
- An eye for detail and commitment to high quality data
- A flexible can-do approach to the requirements of the job
|
CELLBXHEALTH CORE VALUES |
| BE COURAGEOUS. BE CURIOUS. We encourage ideas that find solutions act with curiosity and explore new ways of working. DO WHATS RIGHT We ensure work is done to the highest standard behaving responsibly in decisions and actions. BE HEARD. HEAR OTHERS. We make space for every voice listen with respect and welcome constructive challenge. WORK TOGETHER. LEARN TOGETHER. DELIVER TOGETHER We succeed through collaboration. We help each other grow learn from mistakes without blame and celebrate shared wins. TAKE OWNERSHIP. MAKE IT HAPPEN We take responsibility act with momentum adapt quickly and push through challenges to achieve what matters. |
- CELLBXHEALTH EXPERTISE
|
| TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE - Acquire and apply the appropriate functional and technical knowledge and skills to perform at a high level
- Understand CelLBxHealths strategy our technologies and the regulatory environment in which we operate
PLANNING AND ORGANISATION - Create effective plans actively manage workload and prioritise work to achieve goals
COMMUNICATION - Listen to others communicate clearly concisely and accurately in all relevant forms
COMMERCIAL ACUMEN - Apply good business judgement to respond to evolving opportunities and pressures
| QUALITY STANDARDS - Demonstrate commitment to quality
- Work within the CelLBxHealth Europe ISO13485:2016 quality system and ensure that necessary operating procedures are being always complied with
- Comply with the requirements of the Good Laboratory/Clinical/Manufacturing Practices
- Fulfil all position-specific quality related activities
PRODUCT RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT - Develop and design well-defined commercial products
- Technical and laboratory practice
|
Required Experience:
IC
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