Laboratory and Clerical Assistant

Job Responsibilities Laboratory knowledge Develop study specific laboratory knowledge as appropriate for research studies taking place at Banbury Cross Health Centre and other sites that may be working collaboratively with the practice. Perform laboratory processes Ensure sample collection and storage procedures follow protocol requirements and best practice including completion of documentation e.g. sample, processing and storage logs, and respond to data management queries. Support the Research team in organising ordering / collection / delivery of dry ice / packing materials for transportation of samples and ensure shipment of samples and documentation is completed following sponsor and/or local procedure. Support the Research team in helping arrange courier collections and ensure transfer of samples and/or documentation is undertaken in a secure and approved manner. Participate in the monitoring of temperature-controlled storage, take timely action and report temperature deviations. Support the Research team in helping manage supplies monitoring and ordering of laboratory equipment/supplies to ensure sufficient quantities of complete, unexpired stock is available as required and equipment is maintained and working effectively e.g. sample kits, centrifuge. Set up and ensure rooms that are used for laboratory activities are suitable for purpose and liaise with site management regarding any issues that may arise. Ensure suitable PPE is available and used appropriately when working in the laboratory. Ensure laboratory areas used for research activities are kept and left clean and tidy. Take and record actions to address or escalate laboratory issues that may impact on the delivery of the activity /clinic and result in potential protocol deviations. Act as an autonomous practitioner, taking responsibility for laboratory decisions where you are competent to do so and seek advice where this is unclear. Have an understanding of adverse event reporting and recording and ensure that the Principal Investigator and Central Study Team are made aware of any such events. Administrative and clinic booking activities Communicate by telephone, email and face to face with potential participants to provide information on trials. Maintain up to date participant trackers (MS Excel) Respond to enquiries and issues from participants and escalate to Research team members as appropriate. Undertake pre-screening activities and document using templates. Book appointments and send reminders to maximise attendance. Assist with stock management and maintenance of supplies, keeping storage areas tidy. Assist with photocopying, scanning, printing and filing documents / records. Assist with administrative tasks in preparation for clinics e.g. creation of participant take home kits, participant document binders. Assist with data entry, filing and other clerical tasks. Use of the computer, internet, Microsoft office, clinical systems and study data entry platforms. Other responsibilities include but are not limited to: Work according to Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and research governance standards for all aspects of work practice. Ensure that all data is handled according to the Data Protection Act and in a confidential and where necessary anonymised fashion. Adhere to all relevant local policies and standard operating procedures for research studies taking place at Banbury Cross Health Centre and other sites that may be working collaboratively with the practice. Attend Research team and Sponsor training events and other relevant meetings which are deemed essential to the satisfactory delivery of your role as agreed with the Research Management Team. Support the Research nurses and Research Manager in the review of laboratory activities within Banbury Cross Health Centre and other sites that may be working collaboratively with the practice. Undertake training as required this will include mandatory training, Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and any other training required by the individual study teams. Continue your own personal and professional development keeping updated with current practice. Work across other PML research study sites as required. This job description seeks to outline the key duties and responsibilities of the post holder and is not a definitive document and does not form part of the main statement of terms and conditions. This job will be reviewed periodically and changes may be made in consultation with the post-holder.