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The post of CRU Laboratory Technician will involve the collection and processing of biological specimens and clinical data, and recording of this information onto any study specific documentation.

The post holder will also be responsible for maintaining the laboratory stocks, supplies and equipment monitoring.

The post holder will also have a prominent role in quality control procedure upon the unit, such as assisting with the creation and review of trial specific documentation.

The following responsibilities are performed according to standard operating procedures within the CRU:

• Prepare samples for processing (labelling and racking of tubes) and prepare study specific documentation prior to patient visits

Sep 2022

• Collection, processing (including centrifugation and pipetting), storing and shipping of biological specimens according to protocol requirements.
• To perform specialised lab sampling procedures such as PBMC processing (as per trial demands)
• Liaise daily with various couriers for sample collection and dispatch and

ensure all shipping documentation meets necessary standard for domestic
and overseas shipment..

• Access data/information from Trust information systems as required.
• Monitoring use of sample kits and other consumables for use in CRU studies.
• Performing routine laboratory duties such as making solutions, cleaning

equipment used, weekly stock checks and general housekeeping etc

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust was created on 1 October 2019 following the merger of two adult acute Trusts, Aintree University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust and the Royal Liverpool and Broadgreen University Hospitals NHS Trust.

The merger provides an opportunity to reconfigure services in a way that provides the best healthcare services to the city and improves the quality of care and health outcomes that patients experience.

The Trust runs Aintree University Hospital, Broadgreen Hospital, Liverpool University Dental Hospital and the Royal Liverpool University Hospital.

It serves a core population of around 630,000 people across Merseyside as well as providing a range of highly specialist services to a catchment area of more than two million people in the North West region and beyond.

To hear more about our achievements, click here

https://www.liverpoolft.nhs.uk/media/13089/1606-annual-report-booklet_final.pdf

• Perform quality control of lab documentation such as daily sample

processing forms and laboratory requisition forms

• Assist with creating new study specific lab documentation in accordance with study protocols and trial demands
• Assist the clinical team with quality control of study specific documentation (such as patient workbooks)
• Perform daily temperature monitoring checks using specialised temperature monitoring software MONIKA (training provided)
• Exercise independent judgement and initiative when problems arise by

taking appropriate action to resolve the problem, or by referring the
problem to the appropriate person.

• Liaison with visiting research teams for booking use of the laboratory for

the processing and storage of samples.

• To meet on a regular basis with the CRU Laboratory Manager for professional support and guidance
• When necessary, assist with sponsor monitoring visits to the lab and help

resolve trial queries

• Support/conduct training of new members of staff in CRU laboratory

procedures or specific trial procedures and maintain accurate records of
training provided

• To attend training courses, conferences and study days in order to remain up to date with all relevant aspects of clinical research.
• To be aware of hazards within the laboratory and to comply with COSHH

guidelines

• To comply with ICH GCP

The post holder shall, as necessary, provide cover for and undertake duties of absent colleagues.
The post holder shall follow all the policies and procedures of the organisation.