Job summary
Fixed term contract/ secondment opportunity for 12 months
The Research and Development department at NNUH is growing and this includes the Norwich Research Park (NRP) Biorepository (Tissue Bank) - a central component in facilitating and supporting world leading research. We support researchers at institutes across the NRP, including the Quadram Institute and the University of East Anglia, and national and international partners. The Norwich Research Park Biorepository is an invaluable resource for clinical research. It is a resources of human tissue samples, provided by consenting patients, for studies into the causes and treatments of diseases.
If you are interested in this exciting opportunity to work in world class facilities with NNUH we would love to hear from you!
If you are considering applying for this post on a secondment basis, please discuss with your Line Manager prior to applying to ascertain whether this could be supported
Main duties of the job
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a friendly and enthusiastic person to join the Norwich Research Park Biorepository team. The role involves working alongside clinicians and nurses to support a wide variety of research projects at the NNUH, including our work as one of four of the Breast Cancer Now's Tissue Bank Centres.
You will work with the multidisciplinary clinical teams within the NNUH to consent patients and assist in specimen collections. We are therefore looking for a person with excellent communication skills who can carry out the role with kindness, compassion and enthusiasm. This role requires strong attention to detail, good IT skills and the ability to work independently. It is expected that you will have an organized and methodical approach to your work, always ensuring the highest level of confidentiality. You will contribute to the writing and development of departmental Standard Operating Procedures and audits. A good working knowledge of the use of Human Tissue in research and the Human Tissue Act would be advantageous.
Along with the Biorepository team, you will also help with the day to day running of the department and supporting junior team members, working effectively to support research teams across the Norwich Research Park.
There is an opportunity to develop your laboratory skills, and, although previous experience is desirable, full training in all aspects of the job will be provided in house in accordance with the department training policy.
About us
Join us at the Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital and be part of a workforce of over 10,000 staff!
The NNUH is one of the largest NHS trusts in the UK, providing first-class acute care for around one million people, living in Norfolk and surrounding areas. We are a teaching and research hospital, at the forefront of innovation, home to state-of-the-art facilities, such as the Quadram Institute. We are pleased to work closely with the University of East Anglia, providing teaching opportunities for our staff and placement opportunities for their students. We attract some of the best and leading professionals from across the country and are proud that our workforce represents 94 countries from across the world.
We are a friendly, collaborative hospital, working with local services and home to N&N Hospitals Charity
We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits/discounts and in addition:
- Flexible working hours
- Fast Track Staff Physiotherapy Service
- Multi Faith prayer room
- Discounted gym memberships
- Excellent pension scheme and annual leave entitlement
- Wagestream - access up to 40% of your pay as you earn it
- Free Park & Ride service direct to NNUH site
- Free 24-hours confidential counselling support
- On-site Nursery
- On-site cafes offering staff discounts
- Support in career development
- Flexible staff bank
- Salary Sacrifice schemes including lease cars, Cycle to Work scheme and home electronics
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will liaise with clinicians, surgeons, research nurses pathologists and laboratory staff to identify and coordinate sample collection.
- The post holder will ensure that the principles of the Human Tissue Act (HTA) and GCP are upheld at all times and that all samples collected have appropriate patient consent.
- Meet face-to-face with potential participants to gain consent as required
- The post holder will ensure that the integrity of a sample in their care is maintained and the sample transported to the biorepository facility in a timely fashion.
- To collate detailed medical history and clinical details as required by individual studies and clinical trials
- To maintain highly accurate logs of samples, and paper trails of the movement of pathological samples in and out of the biorepository
- Operate and train students in the operation of laboratory equipment where necessary
- Assist in the smooth running of the laboratories including general housekeeping duties such as defrosting freezers and hazardous waste disposal (including biological and chemical waste)
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- The post holder will liaise with clinicians, surgeons, research nurses pathologists and laboratory staff to identify and coordinate sample collection.
- The post holder will ensure that the principles of the Human Tissue Act (HTA) and GCP are upheld at all times and that all samples collected have appropriate patient consent.
- Meet face-to-face with potential participants to gain consent as required
- The post holder will ensure that the integrity of a sample in their care is maintained and the sample transported to the biorepository facility in a timely fashion.
- To collate detailed medical history and clinical details as required by individual studies and clinical trials
- To maintain highly accurate logs of samples, and paper trails of the movement of pathological samples in and out of the biorepository
- Operate and train students in the operation of laboratory equipment where necessary
- Assist in the smooth running of the laboratories including general housekeeping duties such as defrosting freezers and hazardous waste disposal (including biological and chemical waste)
Please refer to the Job Description for the full specification of responsibilities and requirements for this post.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic English Literacy and Numeracy to GCSE level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate an awareness of, and compliance with, relevant Health and Safety regulations, GDPR, risk assessments & SOPs
Desirable
- Knowledge of, and interest in, cancer research
Skills
Essential
- Ability to maintain accurate & clear records
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and politely with staff and students within an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic English Literacy and Numeracy to GCSE level or equivalent
Experience
Essential
- Demonstrate an awareness of, and compliance with, relevant Health and Safety regulations, GDPR, risk assessments & SOPs
Desirable
- Knowledge of, and interest in, cancer research
Skills
Essential
- Ability to maintain accurate & clear records
- Ability to work independently and use initiative
Attitude, aptitude
Essential
- Ability to communicate effectively and politely with staff and students within an interdisciplinary team
- Demonstrates understanding and commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
- Effective role model, demonstrating NNUH's PRIDE values of People focussed, Respect, Integrity, Dedication and Excellence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Norfolk and Norwich University Hospital
Address
Bob Champion Research & Education Building
Research Park, Rosalind Franklin Rd
Norwich
NR4 7UQ
Employer's website
https://teamnnuh.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
