Job summary
We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Band
6 Biomedical Scientist to join our Stem Cells team within the Blood Sciences
department at The Christie Pathology Partnership. The Christie is the largest
single site cancer centre in Europe and the first UK centre to be accredited as
a comprehensive cancer centre; with more than 60,000 patients treated a
year.
The Department provides laboratory support as an
integral part of the HTA and JACIE accredited Stem cell and Bone Marrow
transplant programme, a large and well established clinical trials programme
and for cellular therapy including CAR-T cells.
Role outline:
Successful candidate will be required to take part
in the processing, issuing and cryopreservation of Human Progenitor Cells (HPC).
You will be expected to carry out testing and processing in closed systems and
also in an aseptic environment. You will carry out cytometry analysis of CD34+ and CD3+
cells from harvests, peripheral blood and frozen samples and reporting the
results. Carrying out the setting up and QC of the flow cytometers according to
SOPs. You will be expected to liaise with the rest of the stem cell team,
nursing staff and the FACS operators. You will need to carry out and produce
reports on audits and validations according to the schedules, review SOPs and
other documents under the quality system and process documentation in
accordance with the quality system.
Main duties of the job
Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the development of new
tests or processes and validation of equipment ensuring at all times compliance
with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies
and local management policies and practices.
To provide technical advice to clinical staff
To perform and interpret routine and specialist tasks and to participate
daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section
under the supervision of senior staff.
Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality
monitoring system and other application software according to authorised
protocols including assisting in computer data entry, document review, non
conformance review and quality assurance processes.
Demonstrate on going competency against training
plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development)
activities.
About us
About Us
SYNLAB UK & Ireland
work closely with clinicians, hospitals, occupational health providers and
clinical researchers to provide a complete pathology offering.
We operate in increasingly
diverse environments which is reflected in our workforce, clients, customers,
suppliers, communities and partners. We believe an inclusive workplace culture
is the best way to source, attract and retain diverse and talented people, and
create a sustainable, high-performing workforce.
We believe our staff is
vital to the principle of making a positive difference to healthcare,
therefore, we promote a culture of continuous personal development where
scientists and staff have the support and resources to acquire new skills and
build their careers through learning and development opportunities, coaching
and clear career pathways.
We promote an open and
collaborative culture where leaders act as role models and facilitate a two-way
communication, engage with staff and stakeholders transparently and actively
encourage feedback and suggestions.
Please note that we
reserve the right to close any adverts once we have received a sufficient
number of applications. If you decide to apply for this post but do not hear
back from us within two weeks of your application, please assume that you have
not been short-listed on this occasion.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the
development of new tests or processes and validation
of equipment ensuring at all times
compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives,
accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.
To provide technical advice
to clinical staff
To perform and interpret routine
and specialist tasks
and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.
Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance
with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies
and local management, including;
Christie Stem Cell Transplant Programme Policies and SOPs
The Christie Trust and Christie Pathology Partnership policies and SOPs where
applicable.
MHRA
HTA
JACIE
Any other body in area of responsibility
Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and
other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry, document review, non conformance review and quality
assurance processes.
Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity
at all times,
whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff
where appropriate. Matters
being communicated may include complex information and/or
results.
Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by laboratory
senior staff
As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and
prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior
staff, responding appropriately to the needs
of routine and urgent activities.
Encourage active participation in continuous
professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and
/ or systems by being a change advocate.
Report all incidents and adverse events
to senior staff
and enter the information into
Datix in a timely manner.
Demonstrate on going
competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.
Safety:
To observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other course
as required.
To assist in the
investigations of any incidents.
Participate in risk assessment monitoring
To ensure that the equipment within
area of work
is maintained and operated as per SOPs
To comply with The CPP
policy for annual
mandatory updates and have knowledge of COSHH and Lifting and
Handling Policies
Job description
Job responsibilities
Participate in and assist with clinical trials, the
development of new tests or processes and validation
of equipment ensuring at all times
compliance with all policies as required by regulatory directives,
accreditation bodies and local management policies and practices.
To provide technical advice
to clinical staff
To perform and interpret routine
and specialist tasks
and to participate daily in the scientific and technical activities of the laboratory section under the supervision of senior staff.
Together with Senior staff help ensure compliance
with all policies as required by regulatory directives, accreditation bodies
and local management, including;
Christie Stem Cell Transplant Programme Policies and SOPs
The Christie Trust and Christie Pathology Partnership policies and SOPs where
applicable.
MHRA
HTA
JACIE
Any other body in area of responsibility
Utilise the laboratory LIMS, Q-Pulse quality monitoring system and
other application software according to authorised protocols including assisting in computer data entry, document review, non conformance review and quality
assurance processes.
Communicate efficiently, courteously and with clarity
at all times,
whether face to face, telephone or electronic methods referring enquiries to senior staff
where appropriate. Matters
being communicated may include complex information and/or
results.
Attend and participate positively in laboratory and other meetings as directed by laboratory
senior staff
As directed by senior laboratory staff, plan and
prioritise work allocations, training plans, audits of both yourself and junior
staff, responding appropriately to the needs
of routine and urgent activities.
Encourage active participation in continuous
professional development and support the introduction of new technologies and
/ or systems by being a change advocate.
Report all incidents and adverse events
to senior staff
and enter the information into
Datix in a timely manner.
Demonstrate on going
competency against training plans and participate positively in CPD (continuous professional development) activities.
Safety:
To observe safety regulations and attend mandatory fire, manual handling and other course
as required.
To assist in the
investigations of any incidents.
Participate in risk assessment monitoring
To ensure that the equipment within
area of work
is maintained and operated as per SOPs
To comply with The CPP
policy for annual
mandatory updates and have knowledge of COSHH and Lifting and
Handling Policies
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD
- Experience to post graduate diploma level e.g. Specialist portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Experience of receiving, checking and sampling apheresis products under HTA and JACIE regulations.
- Experience of working in a Cellular Therapy Laboratory, processing apheresis harvests in a cleanroom and preparing for cryopreservation.
- Experience of handling liquid nitrogen.
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- HCPC State Registration as a Biomedical Scientist with a Biomedical degree or equivalent and evidence of CPD
- Experience to post graduate diploma level e.g. Specialist portfolio
Experience
Essential
- Experience of receiving, checking and sampling apheresis products under HTA and JACIE regulations.
- Experience of working in a Cellular Therapy Laboratory, processing apheresis harvests in a cleanroom and preparing for cryopreservation.
- Experience of handling liquid nitrogen.
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).