Swydd wag: Junior Research Administrator, Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust, London

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Prif leoliad: Administration
Gradd: Band 4
Contract: Cyfnod Penodol: 12 mis
Oriau: Llawnamser - 37.5 awr yr wythnos
Cyfeirnod y swydd: 273-DC-4937

Cyflogwr: Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Math o gyflogwr: NHS
Gwefan: City Road
Tref: London
Cyflog: £30,279 - £33,116 Per Annum, Including HCAS
Cyfnod cyflog: Yn flynyddol
Yn cau: 19/05/2024 23:59
Dyddiad y cyfweliad: 05/06/2024

Junior Research Administrator

Band 4

Moorfields - A global leader in Ophthalmology

We are Moorfields Eye Hospital NHS Foundation Trust. Founded in 1804, Moorfields Eye Hospital is a world-class centre of excellence for eye health services, ophthalmic research, and education.

With more than 2,300 staff we are proud to be supported by one of the most diverse workforces in the NHS. Every year we treat more than 700,000 patients at City Road in central London and at our 22 satellites sites, and, in partnership with the UCL Institute of Ophthalmology and Moorfields Biomedical Research Centre we lead one of the most impactful ophthalmic research programmes in the world.

We train many of the leading eye care clinicians in the UK and internationally and have a global reputation for quality and professionalism in ophthalmic care. In addition, we also operate commercial divisions that provide care to private patients in both London and the Middle East.

This is an exciting time to join Moorfields. The pandemic fast-tracked a huge amount of innovation which is changing the way we work and deliver care. Construction is under way on Oriel, our new eye care, research, and education centre being built in Camden. The new centre will be flexible and modern, enabling us to bring together healthcare, eye research and education under one roof for the first time.

If you want to be part delivering world class eye health services and you share our values: excellence, equity, and kindness, then we would love to hear from you!

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Manage the Research and Developments email mailbox and where required allocate enquires to appropriate members of the research portfolio manager team. Field queries (e.g. guidance on ethics applications, sponsorship queries, general research queries etc.)
Liaise and work effectively with the R&D department and all members of the multidisciplinary team in order to assist with the conduct of research studies.
Work with the Operations team to produce quarterly CRF Newsletters, including proof reading and circulation.
Maintain an optimum level of stock for office supplies. Ensure that stationary orders are submitted promptly and distributed correctly.
Be responsible for procurement of new equipment, furniture & fittings and ensure that purchases are underpinned by maintenance contracts where appropriate.
Assist CRF staff with publicity and promotion of the CRF including open days and PPI events as requested.
Develop systems and processes which ensure the smooth running of the facility and adhere to information governance requirements to protect patient data and confidentiality.
Act as a point of contact for external enquiries from patients and professionals contacting the CRF and R&D department, signposting them appropriately to other members of the team.
Develop and maintain effective paper and electronic filing systems.
Undertake clerical/secretarial tasks where necessary and provide cross cover for the Receptionist and other administrative posts.
Represent the CRF and R&D department at appropriate meetings.
Organise and book travel and accommodation if required by CRF and R&D personnel.
Be responsible for the co-ordination of maintenance and repair of CRF and R&D equipment, ensuring faults are reported promptly and monitored.
To manage workload priorities ensuring the more urgent and important tasks are completed first within required timescales.
Provide high standards of customer service within the admin/clerical CRF and R&D team.
Support CRF and R&D staff with study closeout and archiving.
Undertake any other duties commensurate with the grade.

Manyleb y person

Essential

Meini prawf hanfodol

Experience of providing secretariat support to meetings (including formal minute writing, preparation of agenda etc.)

Qualifications

Meini prawf hanfodol

Educated to A Level standard of equivalent

Meini prawf dymunol

Experience of clinical trials

Knowledge, skills and abilities

Meini prawf hanfodol

Effective IT skills including relevant experience using Microsoft Office applications

Meini prawf dymunol

Experience of general office admin and IT systems

Data/information management

Meini prawf hanfodol

Experience of managing information systems and developing databases and spreadsheets

Due to the nature of this position, employment is subject to proof of eligibility to work in the UK, completion of a satisfactory DBS disclosure and two references.

Our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion is at the heart of our organisational culture. As part of our pledge to take positive action in recruitment we encourage applications from under-represented candidates including BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) and Disabled candidates as we work towards a representative workforce that is able to provide the quality, the dignity and respect and to deliver above and beyond.

Moorfields is a flexible working friendly organisation, and we are committed to helping our employees achieve a work-life balance that is beneficial for health and wellbeing, motivation levels and job satisfaction. Every employee of the Trust has the right to request to work flexibly. Please speak to us about how we might be able to accommodate a flexible working arrangement. If it works for the service, we will do our best to make it work for you.

If we receive sufficient applications, we will close this ad prior to the closing date. You are advised not to delay submitting your completed application.

If you would like to discuss any reasonable adjustments before applying or would like an accessible version of any recruitment documents, please contact the recruitment team at [email protected].

https://www.moorfields.nhs.uk/work-for-us

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Mae'r swydd hon yn ddarostyngedig i Orchymyn Deddf Adsefydlu Troseddwyr 1974 (Eithriadau) 1975 (Diwygio) (Cymru a Lloegr) 2020 a bydd angen cyflwyno Datgeliad i'r Gwasanaeth Datgelu a Gwahardd.

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Enw: Jacqueline Parkin
Teitl y swydd: Research Administrator
Cyfeiriad ebost: [email protected]

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Biomedical Scientist Advanced Specialist

Biomedical Scientist Advanced Specialist

Job reference: 004054

Salary: £43,742 - £50,056 per annum (plus an additional 5% uplift)

Location: Oxford Centre

Contract Type: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 37.5

Job Summary

Our work in Cellular and Molecular Therapies (CMT) is central to the provision and improvement of hematopoietic stem cell transplantation. This work enables us to support approximately half of stem cell transplants carried out in England each year through a network of GMP grade laboratories. We also carry out translational research and development activities with academic and commercial partners to ensure we are at the forefront of improvements to transplantation and related fields. Our expertise in GMP, quality and regulatory matters ensures that we always maintain the highest standards in the first-class service we offer.

You will be working as part of a laboratory team, including clinical and biomedical scientists together with other health care professionals. You will be involved in the production of cell therapies and the role you perform will directly contribute to saving and improving patient’s lives.

You will have the opportunity to learn new skills particularly related to the production of new cell therapies which are being developed for testing in clinical trials.

There are many opportunities for career advancement in this exciting and fast developing area of clinical care. We will provide you with an extensive induction and training programme and ongoing development to support you in your role and achieving your career ambitions.

Main duties of the job

In this role you will lead in the development and maintenance of scientific and technical expertise within a modern well equipped cell therapy laboratory. You will also be involved in providing training and guidance to healthcare scientists in your area of expertise.

Your responsibilities will include:

· Analysing, interpreting, validating, and reporting the results of routine and complex / specialist investigations, working at the level of responsibility and conduct required of a registered Biomedical Scientist

· Analysing and performing complex/specialist testing and processing of cells and/or tissues for cryopreservation and therapeutic clinical use using complex/specialist scientific equipment such as flow cytometers and cell selection/depletion protocols and maintain equipment to the required standards.

· Receiving and communicating highly complex and specialist advice to/from internal and external clinicians, nurses and scientific staff on for example test results.

· Ensuring cells and/or tissue products meet all specifications necessary for patient safety and therapeutic use according to internal and external quality requirements and operating within the boundaries of good manufacturing and laboratory practice.

· Supervising and coordinating other staff, working late some weekday evenings and/or weekends as required.

You will be required to travel and spend time away from base, which will involve working irregular hours and overnight stays when required, with prior notice.

About You

Experience and Knowledge

· In depth knowledge of transfusion/transplantation science.

· High level of expertise in relevant transfusion specialism, ideally demonstrated by publications.

· Knowledge and evidence of application of the standards of Good Manufacturing Practice, HTA and MHRA regulations, JACIE guidelines and other relevant or statutory guidelines.

· Supervisory experience, including training and mentoring of colleagues.

· Experience of working in a stem cell, tissue services, Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (H&I), Haematology, diagnostic or testing service environment.

· Experience of working with Information Technology such as Microsoft Office packages (Word, Excel and PowerPoint) and high level of proficiency in relevant specialised laboratory techniques/ environments.

· Demonstrable experience in research and development projects.

Qualifications and Training

· MSc in transfusion/transplantation or relevant science. OR IBMS Higher Specialist Diploma. OR PhD or Professional Doctorate in a relevant field. OR Alternative training and equivalent experience.

· Registration with Health and Care Professional Council (HCPC) as a Biomedical Scientist / Clinical Scientist, which must be maintained.

· Member of a professional body e.g., British Blood Transfusion Society (BBTS)/ British Society for Histocompatibility and Immunogenetics (BSHI).

· Demonstrates commitment to own continued professional development (CPD).

Please view the recruitment profile which is a summary of the detailed Job Description and Person Specification for the full personal attributes we require for the role. You will need to demonstrate these throughout the recruitment process.

About Us

At NHS Blood and Transplant, we’re incredibly proud of the many talented people who come together every day to make our organisation the very best it can be. We have clearly defined values that are centred around offering exceptional care to our donors and their families. We take care of each other too and we focus on building our expertise so we can change lives, provide quality support and offer fulfilling careers.

It’s an opportunity to contribute to a unique team as part of a service that saves lives 365 days a year. We offer brilliant benefits including 27 days of holiday (plus bank holidays), a comprehensive induction and training programme, and competitive pension scheme.

We are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace and aim to reflect the diverse communities we work with and positively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Three small words, one big difference - Caring, Expert and Quality.

Together we'll save and improve more lives than ever.

This vacancy will close at 23:59 on Sunday 19 May 2024.

Interviews are anticipated to be held around the end of May – subject to confirmation.

For informal enquiries please contact – Dr Gurman Kaur, Head of Cell Therapies (Oxford) at [email protected]

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Junior Research Administrator

Band 4

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Swydd ddisgrifiad a phrif gyfrifoldebau manwl

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Qualifications

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Knowledge, skills and abilities

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Data/information management

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