Research Associate

Synexa Life Sciences; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated individual to join their dynamic laboratory team. This role involves performing routine clinical sample processing and conducting bioanalytical tests under expert supervision. You will engage with various biological samples, ensuring quality control and compliance with regulatory standards. The ideal candidate will possess flow cytometry experience and demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills to drive collaboration within the team. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and are detail-oriented, this opportunity is perfect for you to contribute to innovative projects in the life sciences sector.

Qualifications

• Experience in flow cytometry is essential.
• Understanding of bioanalytical and biomarker services.

Responsibilities

• Develops and validates bioanalytical tests under guidance.
• Performs clinical sample analysis and reporting.
• Ensures quality control and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Flow Cytometry

Bioanalytical Testing

Quality Control

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Attention to Detail

Tools

Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)

Odoo

Analytical Software

Job description

Job Purpose:

Under direct supervision, uses fundamental concepts, practices, and procedures, together with particular platforms, to perform routine clinical sample processing. These tasks may require the application of established techniques, procedures, and criteria. This includes the generation of revenue by conducting fee-for-service analyses of biological samples (e.g., blood, saliva, stool, urine, bacteria, etc.) for external clients using various equipment (e.g., flow cytometers, centrifuges, incubators, analytical and statistical software, office equipment, etc.).

Candidate must have flow cytometry experience.

Main areas of responsibility:

1. Develops and validates bioanalytical tests under the guidance of Scientists.
2. Performs clinical sample analysis and clinical sample reporting.
3. Ensures clear audit trails by performing quality control of all information and data generated.
4. Assists with documents for projects (e.g., Lab Manuals, Validation Phase Plans, Method Development Plans, Sample Analysis Plans, Sample Analysis Reports, etc.).
5. Assists with multiple projects in a fast-paced laboratory environment.
6. Management, monitoring, and ordering of consumable stock to ensure sufficient reagents are available for assays.
7. Conducts stock takes, including stock management on a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
8. Maintains strong adherence to regulatory compliance and safety requirements involving GCLP, SOPs, Health & Safety policies, and related documents.
9. Assumes responsibility as Study lead on projects and chief analyst on assay methods.
10. Uses Odoo timesheet and planning tools accurately and efficiently.

Ad-hoc tasks:

• Writes and/or reviews/validates SOPs, SWPs, documents, forms, and spreadsheets.
• Documents and updates installation, operation, and performance qualifications (IQ/OQ/PQ) of equipment, including new equipment, preventive maintenance, and services.
• Ensures equipment used for assays is fit for purpose and within service dates (equipment custodian).
• Performs setup, start-up, and verification of analysers (e.g., electrochemiluminescence analysers, microplate readers, flow cytometers) and laboratory equipment (e.g., centrifuges, pipettes, timers, thermometers).
• Performs daily housekeeping duties.
• Completes and maintains documentation related to clinical trials, such as overview documents, sample logistics tracking forms, worksheets, and method sheets.
• Ensures correct, timely, and documented receipt of samples and reagents, including proper storage and retrieval.
• Assists with training staff in procedures and validated methods.

Skills and Competencies required:

• General understanding of bioanalytical & biomarker services to support operations.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.
• Ability to motivate and drive internal stakeholders.
• Effective task prioritization and time management.
• Attention to detail and ability to work under pressure.