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Laboratory Assistant [BANK - Zero Hours Contract]

Harrow
Posted about 23 hours ago
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At Parexel, we all share the same goal - to improve the world's health. From clinical trials to regulatory, consulting, and market access, every clinical development solution we provide is underpinned by something special - a deep conviction in what we do. Each of us, no matter what we do at Parexel, contributes to the development of a therapy that ultimately will benefit a patient. We take our work personally, we do it with empathy and we're committed to making a difference.

We are currently hiring a BANK Laboratory Assistant to join our Early Phase team in Northwick Park, Harrow. This role is an on-site position with a mix of early and late shifts.

In this role you will:

  • Prepare, collect, process and label blood, urine, faecal and other specimens including simple laboratory procedures such as centrifugation, pipetting and weighing
  • Perform simple diagnostic laboratory tests including pregnancy tests, urinalysis, drug tests
  • Supervise urine and faecal collections, measure/ weigh urine collection volumes/weights, weigh faecal collections
  • Use and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, scales) safely and in accordance with relevant SOPs
  • Order and liaise with couriers to arrange sample shipments
  • Perform assays including ELISA, RT-PCR
  • Complete CRFs, laboratory records and capture other trial data as required
  • Collate CRFs, laboratory and other results and perform quality control checks to ensure they are complete and ready for review and approval by Research Physicians
  • Assist with daily maintenance of fridges and freezers and monitor temperatures through REES system and the weekly on-call system if required
  • Assist with regular maintenance, monitoring and calibration of laboratory equipment and devices
  • Assist with trial laboratory set-up and preparation, including completion of user acceptability tests ("dummy runs") and review of laboratory forms
  • Prepare trial laboratory source data for monitor and sponsor review and ensure timely resolution of queries
  • Attend relevant study meetings, deliver study specific training and actively participate in risk management and mitigation for the trail
  • Prepare and dispatch sample shipments according to approved timelines
  • Assist with laboratory related trial close out activities

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You will have the following Skills, Knowledge and Experience:

  • Practical and dexterous
  • Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook)
  • Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail
  • Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork
  • Relevant experience of laboratory in the pharmaceutical industry and/or a research institute advantageous
  • A-Level in Science subjects (minimum requirement)
  • HND or Degree advantageous

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Parexel is a leading global clinical research organization (CRO) providing insights-driven Clinical and Consulting solutions to the world’s life sciences industry. Leveraging deep local knowledge and a global breadth of clinical, regulatory and therapeutic expertise, our professionals worldwide work in partnership with biopharmaceutical leaders, emerging innovators and sites to design and deliver clinical trials with patients in mind — broadening access and making clinical research a care option for anyone, anywhere.

Our proven track record spans 40+ years and drives us forward, advancing clinical research in healthcare’s most complex areas while harnessing innovation to drive efficiencies across every phase of the clinical development process. Our insights-driven approach, proven delivery and trusted execution are accelerating the delivery of life-changing treatments to patients — With Heart.™

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Skills

Specimen Processing
Centrifugation
Pipetting
Diagnostic Testing
ELISA
RT-PCR
Laboratory Equipment Maintenance
Sample Shipment Coordination
Data Capture
Quality Control
MS Word
MS Excel
Outlook
Interpersonal Communication
Time Management
Teamwork

Location

Harrow, England, United Kingdom

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