Laboratory Associate
Requirements
Candidates must hold a BSc in Life Sciences or a related field. Prior experience in a Clinical Research Organisation and a current GCP certificate are considered desirable qualifications.
Job Description
Location: Richmond Pharmacology HQ
Description
Job Title: Laboratory Associate
Location: London Bridge, SE1
Term: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Competitive + Benefits (Private Medical, Private Dental, Life Assurance, Private Pension & many more)
Purpose of the job
The Lab Associate is responsible for sample testing, processing storage and shipment of all biological samples during entire life of a study. Completion of all relevant study specific documentation and organisation thereof. Assisting with study set up and end of study documents or activities.
The Laboratory Associate plays a pivotal role in maintaining high standards and operational excellence, fostering a collaborative and skilled team and proactively addressing any challenges that may arise during the course of a study.
Main Duties And Responsibilities
- To perform laboratory procedures, including sample preparation, analysis, shipment and data recording.
- Operate laboratory equipment and perform routine maintenance and calibration as needed.
- Assist in the review internal documents including but not exclusive to Study Operations Manuals (SOM) and Source Workbooks (SWs) to ensure study design follows the CSP.
- Maintain laboratory stock and inform the lab supervisors or management if supplies are inadequate or not available for laboratory procedures.
- Help maintain laboratory safety protocols, including proper handling and disposal of hazardous materials and adherence to safety procedures.
- Assist with documentation and record keeping of laboratory procedures, results, and data.
- Participate in laboratory quality control and quality assurance programs, including monitoring equipment performance and participating in proficiency testing.
- Stay up-to-date training and participate in training programs as needed.
- Perform other laboratory duties as assigned.
- To maintain personal training records to the highest standards, ensuring that all relevant examinations are current and that the reading of all SOP’s/SOM’s/CSP’s is up to date to maintain delegation of the lab support associate tasks.
- Coordination and management of personal workload and delegated tasks and coordinate amongst several conflicting priorities.
- BSc in Life Sciences or related area
- Prior experience in a Clinical Research Organisation (Desirable)
- Previous experience in patient-facing roles (Desirable)
- A current GCP Certificate (Desirable)
Education
Skills
About Richmond Pharmacology
At Richmond, we're on a mission to transform healthcare by delivering faster answers and turning hope into tangible solutions. With over two decades of experience, we've perfected the art of precision, discipline, and innovation in clinical research. Our commitment goes beyond our name – it's a promise to drive progress, elevate patient care, and break down barriers that stand between patients and life-changing treatments. From innovative trial protocols to leveraging our London location and extensive patient database, we're dedicated to making a real impact. Join us in embracing this exciting change. As Richmond, we're shaping a healthier, brighter future, one breakthrough at a time. Stay connected and follow us for updates on our journey of innovation, healing, and hope. #Richmond #FasterAnswers Specialist services: * Early phase adaptive studies including First-In-Human * Cardiac Safety/Intensive ECG/Thorough QT studies * Ethnic Bridging studies * Early phase patient studies (therapeutic and non-therapeutic). Full service: * Consultancy and Expert Advice * Protocol Writing & CRF Design * Regulatory and Ethics Committee Applications * Healthy Volunteer/Patient Recruitment for Phase I-IV * Clinical Conduct, Pharmacy services * Safety Laboratory and Bioanalytical services * Data Management & Statistics and Report Writing
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