Translational Research Technician

University of Leicester, United Kingdom

Updated: 8 days ago
Location: City of Leicester, ENGLAND

About the role

Experimental Cancer Medicine Centre (ECMC) researchers are world-leading scientists and clinicians who drive the discovery, development and testing of new treatments to combat cancer. The funding supports over 200 staff country-wide involved in early phase trials and translational research.

We are looking for a Translational Research Technician to join us to play an integral role in the delivery of projects that are part of the ECMC portfolio.

The role is to support all aspects of tissue collection activities for a variety of projects supported by the ECMC, and be responsible for post-collection processing of tissue in the laboratory to good clinical laboratory practice (GCLP) standards. You will also provide support for running and maintenance of GCLP labs, including equipment monitoring and ordering and provide support and training for staff and students involved in handling of human tissues.

Further detail on the roles and responsibilities of this position can be found in the Job Summary Form. 


About you

To be successful in this position you will be well-organised with the ability to plan effectively to ensure that collection and processing of samples is undertaken in a timely manner in line with GCLP standards.

You will also have great attention to detail and be flexible in your approach - understanding that due to the environment of the role, sample collections may be cancelled or postponed. 

Experience of working with human tissues, and a working knowledge of regulatory requirements would be highly beneficial.


Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and should be made to Nalini Foreman, ECMC Quality Manager, [email protected]


Applications for job share will be considered.
 


As part of the University’s ongoing commitment to professional development, this role will also be considered on a seconded basis for existing staff members. Please ensure this is discussed with your line manager prior to applying. More information regarding secondments can be found here  
 
The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change , which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.
 
As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.
 
We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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