Laboratory Technicians – Biomarker

Laboratory Technicians – Biomarker
Stockport
Salary: £26,000per year to £26,000 per year plus nightshift uplift (depending upon experience)

UK Biobank, based in Stockport, Greater Manchester, is a project funded principally by the Wellcome Trust and the Medical Research Council to determine the causes of complex diseases such as diabetes, cancer and heart disease. We have recruited 500,000 volunteer participants from the UK population who have completed extensive baseline assessments and provided samples of blood, urine and saliva that have been processed at UK Biobank and archived in ultra-low temperature archives. The next phase of the study is focused upon the analysis of UK Biobank samples.

Applications are being sought from suitably experienced candidates looking for an opportunity to join UK Biobank as Biomarker Laboratory Technicians. The role involves providing laboratory support as required under the supervision of Biomarker Specialists. Successful candidates will be expected to fully participate in the 24/7 shift working pattern.

Experience and skill requirements:

*Experience of working in an accredited laboratory
*knowledge of basic laboratory procedures (e.g. use of SOP’s)
*basic knowledge of COSHH regulations and risk assessments
*complying with quality standards
*fast learner
*basic experience of operating and maintaining laboratory equipment, preferably in a diagnostic or clinical research setting
*ability to take and follow instructions
*paying attention to detail
*good organisational skills
*manual dexterity
*awareness of Health and Safety regulations and procedures
*experience of shift-working and willingness to work flexibly as required
*good communication and team-working skills
*good keyboard skills
*experience of using laboratory information management systems (LIMS)

Education and knowledge requirements:

*2 A’ levels; to include a science subject
*Foundation degree in Biomedical Science or equivalent advantageous
*IBMS Certificate of Achievement advantageous
*Previous experience as a Medical Laboratory/Biomedical Assistant advantageous

UK Biobank offers a competitive salary (depending on experience), 26 days holiday and membership of the USS pension scheme. To