The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust
Senior Laboratory Assistant
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Senior Laboratory Assistant
The West Wing Clinical Research Centre (WWCRC)
The West Wing Clinical Research Centre (WWCRC) supports a wide portfolio of commercial and academic clinical trials, and we are seeking a committed Senior Laboratory Assistant to join our expanding team.
In this role, you will independently support the day-to-day running of the research laboratory, leading on the collection, processing and storage of biological samples in accordance with Good Clinical Practice (GCP), the Human Tissue Act (HTA) and Trust policies. You will manage sample tracking systems, maintain accurate documentation, and ensure all samples are handled safely, efficiently and in line with study requirements. You will also support the set-up of new trials and amendments, review laboratory manuals, update EDGE, and coordinate sample shipments nationally and internationally. A key aspect of the role includes supervising and training Band 4 Laboratory Assistants, ensuring workflows are maintained and quality standards upheld. You will liaise closely with Clinical Trial Teams, internal departments, external laboratories, and Biobank facilities, providing excellent customer care and timely communication.
We are looking for someone with a Biomedical Science degree (or equivalent), at least one year’s laboratory or clinical trials experience, strong technical skills, excellent organisation, and confidence working independently. Experience supervising staff and familiarity with HTA and GCP.
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Responsibilities
The post holder will work within the Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust (the Trust) and the Institute of Cancer Research (ICR) in conjunction with the other Biological Specimen Coordinator(s), Biobank team, CRT for collecting, cataloguing and processing clinical samples (usually blood specimens and Urine Samples) belonging to the WWCRC.
The post will be responsible for developing, implementing and reviewing tracking systems for all samples coming through the unit and will ensure all procedures meet with Human Tissue Act (HTA) requirements and Good Clinical Practice UK Regulations for hosted commercial/academic studies as well as all sample retrieved for central review from all participating centres in the UK and globally for the Trusts sponsored studies running through the WWCRC.
The role will involve supervising and assisting Band 4 Laboratory Assistant with day-to-day tasks.
About Us
The Royal Marsden NHS Foundation Trust is a world-leading cancer centre. Our role is to offer our patients the best cancer care available anywhere in the world, and to continue to make a global contribution to finding better ways of diagnosing and treating cancer. We employ over 4,500 staff in a diverse range of careers including nursing, medical, science, radiography, pharmacy, occupational therapy, finance and administrative services. We have two hospitals – one in Chelsea, London, and one in Sutton, Surrey – as well as a Medical Daycare Unit in Kingston Hospital.
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At The Royal Marsden, we deal with cancer every day, so we understand how valuable life is. When people entrust their lives to us, they have the right to demand the very best. That's why the pursuit of excellence lies at the heart of everything we do.
At the heart of the hospital is our dedicated team. We offer a stimulating and dynamic working environment, a wide range of staff benefits, learning and development opportunities and clear career pathways. There are opportunities to work flexibly across a range of areas and specialities and we welcome flexible working requests from point of hire to support employees work life balance. We are looking for employees who aspire to excellence, share our values and can play a crucial role in our on-going achievements.
Contact Information
For further details / informal visits contact:
- Name: Ola Kuku
- Job title: Laboratory Manager
- Email address: Mutiat.Kuku@rmh.nhs.uk
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