Lab Technician, Cell Biology & Imaging

ANGLE plc; Guildford; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading liquid biopsy company is seeking a Lab Technician to join their team in Guildford. The role involves hands-on laboratory work, data processing, and supporting various projects in Cell Biology and Imaging. Candidates should have a B.Sc. in Life Sciences or equivalent, possess strong communication skills, and the ability to work both independently and in a team. A commitment to high-quality data and regulatory compliance is essential. This position offers valuable lab experience and a chance to contribute to product development.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Competitive benefits package

Qualifications

• Experience of working to strict quality standards such as ISO9001 or preferably ISO13485 is an advantage.
• Continuous learner with an appetite for cross-disciplinary work.
• Ability to work independently and in a team.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine instrument maintenance and lab techniques.
• Contribute to data collection and recording according to quality regulations.
• Provide technical support to team members.

Skills

Team player

Strong verbal and written communication

Ability to multitask

Attention to detail

Education

B.Sc. in Life Sciences or equivalent

Job description

Overview

ANGLE is a world-leading liquid biopsy company commercialising a patent protected platform technology that can capture rare circulating tumour cells (CTCs) from blood, in a minimally invasive way, for downstream analysis. ANGLE's Parsortix system is FDA cleared for its intended use in metastatic breast cancer and is currently the first and only FDA cleared medical device to harvest intact circulating cancer cells from blood. Parsortix technology comprises a microfluidic device that captures CTCs from blood based on their size and compressibility. CTCs are cancer cells that have detached from the primary tumour and entered the blood circulation, and they play a critical role in initiating metastasis. Once harvested, the CTCs can be comprehensively analysed to provide a wealth of information about the patient's tumour, advancing cancer research and potentially personalized medicine. This technology has the potential to deliver profound improvements in clinical and health economic outcomes.

ANGLE has established a CTC harvest and analysis service from our UK-based Clinical Laboratory based in Guildford for customers worldwide. In alignment with company priorities, we plan to rapidly expand our services to include molecular profiling of CTCs and ctDNA using digital PCR and NGS to add to our image-based assays.

Join our Team:

This is an exciting time at ANGLE and our team in Guildford are looking for a Lab Technician for Cell Biology and Imagining. This position provides invaluable lab experience and teamwork skills, and the opportunity to learn about and contribute to product development in an industry environment. This is a scientific support role and will involve repetitive tasks.

At ANGLE, we foster a dynamic, entrepreneurial approach to translating leading-edge translational research into clinical diagnostics. We promote a culture of collaboration and shared excellence while encouraging an open and honest exchange of ideas.

We are always in search of potential employees who share our vision and want to make a difference today. In your submission, please describe your background and what you can bring to our team along with attaching your resume.

Principal Accountabilities

• Hands-on laboratory work, performing routine instrument maintenance and regular lab techniques: preparing and processing blood samples using the Parsortix instrument, processing samples on slides, IF staining and imaging samples using microscopes.
• Contribute to data collection and recording according to ANGLE quality regulations
• With supervision and support, be involved in data processing, analysis and reporting.
• Provide technical support to other members of the team in various programs and projects in the area of Cell Biology and Imaging
• Responsible for quality and regulatory compliance of work undertaken
• Contribute to running of the laboratory facility, including receiving, logging and correct storage of deliveries, formulating buffers and maintaining laboratory consumables as required.
• Undertake additional ad-hoc tasks as required

Qualifications, Experience, Knowledge and Attributes

• B.Sc. or equivalent in Life Sciences gained on a course that includes practical laboratory work, or equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. 'A' Levels and demonstrable relevant laboratory experience).
• Experience of working to strict quality standards such as ISO9001 or preferably ISO13485 would be an advantage
• Strong team player
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to multitask and prioritise to meet deadlines
• Ability to work both independently with minimal supervision as well as in a team environment
• Continuous learner with a keen appetite for cross-disciplinary work
• Entrepreneurial thinking and work ethic
• An eye for detail and commitment to high-quality data
• A flexible, can-do approach to the requirements of the job

Job Requirements

Due to the nature of the role, our requirement is for this position to be Guildford-based, office hours, five days per week.

As a member of our highly skilled team you will receive opportunities for training and development and a competitive benefits package.

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