Biobank Operations Lead

Engitix Therapeutics; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension

Bonus

Job summary

Engitix Therapeutics, a London-based biotechnology company, seeks a detail-driven Biospecimens Coordinator to own the daily operations of our human tissue repository. You will manage the full lifecycle of biospecimens, from procurement to distribution, ensuring traceability and data integrity within a fast-paced R&D environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in tissue banking or sample management, experience with HTA regulations, and proficiency with LIMS.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2+ years’ experience in research tissue banking, sample management, and laboratory operations.
• Proven experience working within regulatory frameworks for human biospecimen acquisition and use (HTA regulations preferred).
• In-depth knowledge of biospecimen processing and quality assurance practices.
• Proficiency with biobank information management systems (e.g., LIMS).

Responsibilities

• Procure, register and store biological samples in line with SOPs.
• Maintain an accurate biospecimen inventory using LIMS with full traceability.
• Coordinate with project teams to track samples, provide access, and deliver inventory updates.
• Manage distribution of samples to internal and external stakeholders while safeguarding traceability.
• Identify and resolve sourcing issues in collaboration with project teams.
• Implement continuous improvements to enhance efficiency and quality of biological sample operations.
• Maintain SOPs, quality systems, and best practices for biospecimen handling.
• Undertake regular internal biorepository audits and provide support for external inspections.
• Ensure accurate annotation and metadata capture for all biospecimens.
• Collaborate with Data Sciences team to integrate sample data into research pipelines.
• Generate reports on biobank utilisation, inventory status, and operational metrics.
• Anticipate and align stakeholder needs across programmes, accelerating access to biological samples for impactful research.
• Coordinate sample shipments and manage courier relationships.
• Train and mentor staff to maintain technical excellence and compliance with SOPs and best practices while handling biological specimens.

Skills

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Project management

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Adaptability

Procurement management

Education

BSc in Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences, or related field

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Engitix Therapeutics, a London-based biotechnology company, seeks a detail-driven Biospecimens Coordinator to own the daily operations of our human tissue repository. You will manage the full lifecycle of biospecimens, from procurement to distribution, ensuring traceability and data integrity within a fast-paced R&D environment.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years in tissue banking or sample management, experience with HTA regulations, and proficiency with LIMS.