Cellular Therapy Support Technician

Job description

Job summary

Applications are invited from enthusiastic, well-motivated and organised individuals to be involved in all aspects of Clean Room maintenance to include cleaning, monitoring, cellular therapy product tank inventory management in a GMP compliant environment. The post will support the Biomedical Scientist in the operational, data management and clinical processing and in doing so support the Bone Marrow / Cellular therapy Transplant programme

The post holder will be involved in all aspects that are key to our service development and expected to participate in activities such as equipment validations, quality systems, data management including manufacturing of axillary reagents/media for clinical application.

Applicants must have a minimum of a Foundation level degree qualification in a related field such as Haematology Blood Transfusion / Immunology. In order to meet the needs of a high quality service, the post holder will be expected to be flexible in their working arrangements/time, participate in the departments on call rota and be able to demonstrate the ability to work consistently under pressure to the highest standards.

Main duties of the job

• Carry out routine scientific/technical and clerical laboratory duties
• Carry out Cleanroom manufacturing duties including Cryoprotectant, MSC seeding/feeding for therapeutic use.
• Carry out other support duties for the laboratory
• Cleanroom cleaning/Environment monitoring and stock management
• Support laboratory informatics systems (STEMLAB) including cell product retrieval, delivery to Wards and inventory management.
• Work with strict observation of Departmental Health and Safety standards
• Perform duties in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Be actively involved in the preparation of samples for the Research Biobank and associated data management.

About us

At Imperial College Healthcare you can achieve extraordinary things with extraordinary people, working with leading clinicians pushing boundaries in patient care.

Become part of a vibrant team living our values - expert, kind, collaborative and aspirational. You'll get an experience like no other and will fast forward your career.

Benefits include career development, flexible working and wellbeing, staff recognition scheme. Make use of optional benefits including Cycle to Work, car lease schemes, season ticket loan or membership options for onsite leisure facilities.

We are committed to equal opportunities and improving the working lives of our staff and will consider applications to work flexibly, part time or job share. Please talk tous at interview.

Job description

Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Job description
Job responsibilities

The full job description provides an overview of the key tasks and responsibilities of the role and the person specification outlines the qualifications, skills, experience and knowledge required.

For both overviewsplease view the Job Description attachment with the job advert.

Person Specification

Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Foundation Degree or equivalent knowledge of a wide range of laboratory procedures and techniques demanding intermediate theoretical knowledge acquired through both formal training and experience

Desirable

• Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) training

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of commonly used IT programs and the use of PCs.
• Experience of working in a regulated laboratory environment (e.g HTA/MHRA/UKAS)

Desirable

• Experience working in Grade B clean room production environment
• Experience in liaising with multidisciplinary teams

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Good ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Able to keep clear and accurate records showing attention to detail

Person Specification
Education/ qualifications

Essential

• Foundation Degree or equivalent knowledge of a wide range of laboratory procedures and techniques demanding intermediate theoretical knowledge acquired through both formal training and experience

Desirable

• Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) training

Experience

Essential

• Knowledge of commonly used IT programs and the use of PCs.
• Experience of working in a regulated laboratory environment (e.g HTA/MHRA/UKAS)

Desirable

• Experience working in Grade B clean room production environment
• Experience in liaising with multidisciplinary teams

Skills/knowledge/ abilities

Essential

• Good ability to organise and prioritise work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.
• Able to keep clear and accurate records showing attention to detail

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

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.
Certificate of Sponsorship

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 .

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. .

Employer details

Employer name

Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust
Address

Hammersmith Hospital

Du Cane Road

London

W12 0HS

United Kingdom

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