Research Laboratory Co-ordinator

NHS

  • Newport
  • £27,898-30,615 per year
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 15 hours ago
  • Be responsible for the day to day running of the laboratory.
  • To process biological samples in accordance with research protocols and lab manuals.
  • Organise and coordinate clinical trial and research studies in accordance with International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) and best practices.
  • Provide data management and administrative support for all aspects of Clinical Trials and Research Studies in the Unit.
  • Contribute to providing a professional clinical trials laboratory service by working alongside the Research Delivery Team in the Clinical Research Department, undertaking duties to support research staff in the preparation and processing of complex biological samples. This will be achieved by carrying out clinical, technical or scientific tasks using a wide range of practical and theoretical knowledge following written Laboratory Procedures/Sample Guides and taking responsibility for completion of tasks and areas that have been assigned to the post holder.
Main duties of the job
  • Be responsible for the day to day running of the laboratory.
  • To process biological samples in accordance with research protocols and lab manuals.
  • Organise and coordinate clinical trial and research studies in accordance with International Conference on Harmonisation Good Clinical Practice (ICH GCP) and best practices.
  • Provide data management and administrative support for all aspects of Clinical Trials and Research Studies in the Unit.
  • Contribute to providing a professional clinical trials laboratory service by working alongside the Research Delivery Team in the Clinical Research Department, undertaking duties to support research staff in the preparation and processing of complex biological samples. This will be achieved by carrying out clinical, technical or scientific tasks using a wide range of practical and theoretical knowledge following written Laboratory Procedures/Sample Guides and taking responsibility for completion of tasks and areas that have been assigned to the post holder.
About usAneurin Bevan University Health Board is a multi-award-winning NHS organisation with a passion for caring. The Health Board provides an exceptional workplace where you can feel trusted and valued. Whatever your speciality or stage in your career, we have opportunities for everyone to start, grow and build your career. The health board provides integrated acute, primary and community care serving a population of 650,000 and employing over 16,000 staff.We offer a fantastic benefits package and extensive training and development opportunities with paid mandatory training, excellent in-house programmes, opportunities to complete recognised qualifications and professional career pathways including a range of management development programmes. We offer flexible working and promote a healthy work life balance, provide occupational health support and an ambitious plan for a Wellbeing Centre of Excellence to support you at work.Our Clinical Futures strategy continues to enhance and promote care closer to home as well as high quality hospital care when needed. Join us on our journey to pioneer new ways of working and deliver a world-class healthcare service fit for the future.DetailsDate posted03 September 2025Pay schemeAgenda for changeBandBand 4Salary£27,898 to £30,615 a year Per annumContractPermanentWorking patternFull-timeReference number040-AC338-0925Job locationsRoyal Gwent HospitalCardiff RoadNewportNP202UBJob descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply. Job descriptionJob responsibilitiesYou will be able to find a full Job description and Person Specification attached within the supporting documents.The ability to speak Welsh is desirable for this post; English and/or Welsh speakers are equally welcome to apply.Person SpecificationQualifications and KnowledgeEssential
  • Knowledge of range of non-routine healthcare science duties acquired through training, experience to Vocational Qualification Level 3 or equivalent level plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline to diploma equivalent level
  • Knowledge of laboratory computer systems.
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office
  • Knowledge of developing and managing databases
  • Knowledge of manipulating data to provide reports and presentations
Desirable
  • Knowledge of laboratory procedures
  • Good Clinical Practice Certificate.
ExperienceEssential
  • Significant Laboratory Experience
Desirable
  • Experience of Medical Procedures
Skills and AttributesEssential
  • Good Laboratory techniques
  • Manual dexterity
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good keyboard skills and computer literacy
  • Excellent spoken and written English.
  • Ability to maintain concentration.
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Inputting/extracting information into databases.
  • Reliable
  • Motivated
  • Professional and confident
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
  • Welsh Speaker
Person SpecificationQualifications and KnowledgeEssential
  • Knowledge of range of non-routine healthcare science duties acquired through training, experience to Vocational Qualification Level 3 or equivalent level plus additional theoretical or applied training in specific discipline to diploma equivalent level
  • Knowledge of laboratory computer systems.
  • Extensive knowledge of Microsoft office
  • Knowledge of developing and managing databases
  • Knowledge of manipulating data to provide reports and presentations
Desirable
  • Knowledge of laboratory procedures
  • Good Clinical Practice Certificate.
ExperienceEssential
  • Significant Laboratory Experience
Desirable
  • Experience of Medical Procedures
Skills and AttributesEssential
  • Good Laboratory techniques
  • Manual dexterity
  • Excellent communication skills
  • Good keyboard skills and computer literacy
  • Excellent spoken and written English.
  • Ability to maintain concentration.
  • Ability to work on own initiative
  • Excellent telephone manner
  • Excellent computer skills.
  • Inputting/extracting information into databases.
  • Reliable
  • Motivated
  • Professional and confident
  • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office programmes (i.e. Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Desirable
  • Welsh Speaker

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