Medical Laboratory Assistant, Biochemistry Department - 60 Whitfield St, Central London

Health Services Laboratories; London; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

An international healthcare provider in London seeks a Medical Laboratory Assistant in Biochemistry. You will support biochemistry testing and assist with a variety of specialized tests using Cobas 8000 analysers. The ideal candidate will have knowledge in biochemistry testing and the ability to work collaboratively in a rapid response laboratory environment. The position offers competitive benefits including training opportunities, discounted gym membership, and flexible working hours.

Benefits

Training and development opportunities

Annual salary review

Discounted gym membership

Cash healthcare plan

Sick Pay Entitlement

Permanent Health Insurance

Life Assurance

Company Pension Scheme

28 days annual leave

Flexible working hours

Qualifications

• Knowledge of biochemistry testing and Cobas 8000 analysers.
• Experience with routine chemistry and immunoassay processing.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Support biochemistry testing using Cobas 8000 analysers.
• Assist with routine chemistry and specialized tests.
• Collaborate to ensure timely and accurate pathology services.

Job description

Overview

Medical Laboratory Assistant in Biochemistry at the UCLH Rapid Response Laboratory, 60 Whitfield Street, London. Location: 60 Whitfield St, W1T 4EU. Contract/Hours: Permanent / 37.5. Salary range: Up to £27,007.50 DOE.

Employer: Sonic Healthcare UK (TDL and HSL) – an international healthcare provider focused on pathology, radiology and primary care, with operations in the UK and globally.

About the role

The Biochemistry department provides a variety of investigations using Cobas 8000 analysers, a Cobas 8100 pre-analytical system and an Osmo1 Osmometer to test a wide range of Biochemistry based tests. Tests range from routine chemistry and immunoassay processing to more specific and specialised tests including methotrexate and pre-eclampsia screenings. The department is in the Rapid Response Laboratory for University College London Hospital (UCLH) and is part of the Health Services Partnership between The Doctors Laboratory (TDL), Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust and UCLH which provides pathology services to NHS Trusts and customers.

Responsibilities

• Support biochemistry testing using Cobas 8000 analysers, Cobas 8100 pre-analytical system and Osmo1 Osmometer.
• Assist with routine chemistry and immunoassay processing and more specific/specialised tests as required (e.g., methotrexate and pre-eclampsia screenings).
• Collaborate within the Rapid Response Laboratory environment and with partner NHS Trusts to ensure timely and accurate pathology services.

Qualifications and requirements

Please refer to the full job description and person specification for required knowledge, skills and experience. Applications from diverse communities are welcome.

Benefits

• Training and development opportunities supporting professional development
• Annual salary review – negotiated based on experience
• Discounted gym membership via corporate scheme
• Cash healthcare plan (dentist, optician, etc.)
• Sick Pay Entitlement: 5 paid days in first year, 20 days thereafter
• Permanent Health Insurance and Death in Service Cover
• Life Assurance and Employee Assistance Programme
• Season Ticket Loan Scheme
• Perkbox staff perks and benefits
• Company Pension Scheme
• 28 days annual leave
• Flexible working hours

Please read the job description and person specification carefully and ensure that your application reflects the knowledge, skills and experience required. We respect and value the diversity of our staff and welcome applications from diverse communities.

Note: We reserve the right to close this vacancy at any time even if a closing date is shown.

Vacancy ID: 035088 | Closing Date: 30-Sep-2025

Contact Person: Cristina De Matteis

Contact Email: LNKD1_UKTJ