£24K/yr
Trafford, England
Permanent, Variable

Scientific Assistant

Posted by Hays Specialist Recruitment Limited.

Your new company
The Cancer Research UK National Biomarker Centre is a leading and highly specialised translational research centre within The University of Manchester core funded by Cancer Research UK The National Biomarker Centre (NBC) group at CRUK Manchester Institute holds a leading position in the field of cancer biomarker sciences. The NBC consists of multiple complementary teams, including the Preclinical Pharmacology (PP) team that uses a variety of preclinical cancer model systems to interrogate the biology and dependencies of different cancers.
Your new role

  • Prepare patient samples (usually blood or tumour tissue) for in vivo use.* Undertake simple non-regulated and regulated procedures and techniques, including schedule 1 culling, as required
  • Use the automated data collection and study conduct software package to accurately record the details for all in vivo studies.
  • Perform ex vivo processing and analysis of xenograft tumour samples and circulating biomarkers.
  • Be a member of the rota for weekend and bank holiday cover of on-going in vivo experiments
  • Assist in a range of administrative tasks and undertake laboratory housekeeping duties as required
  • To produce data output as directed by a senior staff member
  • Attend relevant group meetings as required
  • Undertake any other duties, as requested by the NBC Preclinical in vivo team leader.
  • Ensure all regulatory tasks and training are completed on time avoiding backlogs.

What you'll need to succeed

  • Relevant experience working in a laboratory setting* Relevant experience carrying out routine scientific procedures
  • Some experimental/technical skills* Familiar with basic laboratory.
  • Attention to detail in all work, ability to maintain accurate records.
  • Some experimental/technical skills* Familiar with basic laboratory.
  • Attention to detail in all work, ability to maintain accurate records.
  • Computer literate, familiarity with MS office packages.
  • Effective communication skills, written and verbal.

What you'll get in return

  • 32 days holiday per year plus Bank Holidays
  • 35 hour week.
  • Salary is paid monthly.

What you need to do now

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