Clinical Research Laboratory Assistant Nottingham, England
Job description
The post holder will provide laboratory support for the wider Research & Innovation team. The main duties of the role are to: Undertake laboratory-based work including the analysis of samples using various technologies. Perform sample reception and processing duties including the receipt, barcode labelling and preparation of samples for analysis, loading of samples onto analysers or other laboratory equipment and sample archiving. Perform clerical tasks including data input of patient demographics and test request information.
Perform general housekeeping duties including maintaining stock levels, general cleaning and waste disposal. The post holder may be required to work at QMC campus and/or City campus of Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. In undertaking this role, all employees will be expected to behave at all times in a way that is consistent with and actively supports the principles listed in the Consultation Document on the creation of the Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. These are: The principles of the NHS, where high quality care is provided on the basis of need rather than the ability to pay.
The contribution of the local community to the development of our services. Preserving and developing our reputation as a caring organisation. Developing services that are designed around the patient. Working co-operatively with others in the interests of patients and their families.
Valuing the contribution of staff and investing in their development. Valuing the diversity of all our staff, patients and carers and demonstrating a zero tolerance of discrimination. The importance of developing innovative approaches to teaching, research and service provision, which allows us to be at the forefront of developments in patient care. Responsible and wise stewardship of public money and effective use of resource
