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Oxford, Oxfordshire
Salary competitive
Profile of Role
Oxford BioMedica’s Analytical Services Group is being expanded to support an increasing company portfolio and is seeking a laboratory technician to join the group. The team is performing validated assays associated with Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) for use in clinical trials, QC and release & stability testing according to predefined written procedures.
A highly motivated and independent individual is sought to work within this team. The successful candidate will:
─ Perform routine monitoring of fridges, freezers and incubators, and emptying of waste in ASG laboratory areas
─ Temperature monitoring device management (managing recalibration, downloading data etc).
─ Laboratory and equipment cleaning including cleaning safety cabinets, incubators and water baths in ASG laboratory areas
─ Stock/consumable checking for items/reagents used in key assays
─ Perform routine maintenance of key equipment; spectrophotometer monthly checks, DNA extraction instrumentation, Real-time PCR instrumentation monthly checks and 6 monthly calibration and verification, Incubator temperature mapping, plate reader calibration and verification
─ Assisting with logging-in samples and the reconciliation and disposal of samples
─ Assist with investigations and audit preparation when required
─ Cell culture; maintenance of cell line for communal use and preparing tissue culture media, reagents and reference materials
─ Accompanying engineers for servicing/repairs. Filing service reports in equipment files.
Skills/Knowledge/Qualifications
─ Educated to Diploma level in a science subject or equivalent but as a minimum educated to GCSE/A level (in a science subject) or equivalent qualification level or experience gained within a similar work place and position.
─ Previous laboratory experience desirable, preferably within an industrial setting.
─ Previous experience working within a GxP environment
─ Ability to work well in a team

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Competencies
─ Demonstrated ability to work independently as well as in a team setting
─ Computer skills essential You will have excellent time management skills, with the ability to adapt to rapid changes in project priorities and meeting aggressive timelines
─ Effective communication skills to gain company support
Please use the cover letter to highlight how you meet the competencies for the role and to state your salary requirements and current salary. Your cover letter will be used along with your CV to assess your application.
With your application could you please quote job reference OXBASG1