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Laboratory Scientist Apprentice

Some of your daily duties will include: Participate in (following suitable training and defined by business needs) areas of the laboratory services including: Histopathological processes (including sample booking in/receipt, cut up scribe, macro typing, embedding, microtomy, H&E production, quality procedures, filing blocks and slides, digital pathology) Perform direct specimen transfer of A&B category specimens Manage the process for same day processing of biopsies Perform special stains Perform Immunohistochemistry DNA preparation processes including microtomy and cutting rolls Achieve and maintain a high level of knowledge for each process, and cascade that knowledge to technical line reports Assist in the general duties of all laboratory areas including: Receipt/testing/preparation of reagents Completion of tasks on laboratory task lists Calibration, monitoring and maintenance of equipment Monitoring and maintenance of stock levels Management of waste and general ‘housekeeping’ duties Maintenance of a clean and tidy working environment Manage the technical and knowledge development of the MLA/LRA team up to full competency and ability to train others Work in collaboration with the senior staff to ensure the flow of work through the laboratory is always optimum, creating rotas when required Frequently review practice to ensure that the process is efficient, raise identified improvements to the Senior Biomedical Scientists Training:You will undertake a Level 5 Technician Scientist apprenticeship with an Ofsted rated 'Outstanding' training provider, CSR Scientific Training, leading to a BTEC Level 5 HND in Applied Science (Biology pathway). Most of the learning will take place online one day per week, with some practical elements taking place in Birmingham City Centre throughout the duration of the 3-year apprenticeship. Upon successful completion, apprentices can apply for professional registration as a Registered Scientist, RSci, with the Royal Society of Biology.Training Outcome:Senior laboratory scientist or biomedical scientist through level 6 university apprenticeship.Employer Description:Source LDPath provides an end-to-end clinical healthcare service including histopathology and digital pathology; bringing a unique clinical workflow for the delivery of precision therapeutics. We host a significant and growing network of Specialist Consultant Pathologists, all registered with the Royal College of Pathologists and General Medical Council, to ensure the highest quality reporting for patients.Working Hours :Monday to Friday, 7am to 4pm or 10am to 7pm.Skills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience ....Read more...

Apprentice Laboratory Technician

All tasks will be at a level appropriate to the apprentice’s developing skills. Under the guidance of the Laboratory & Facilities Manager, the successful candidate will be expected to support all aspects of the laboratories in the BioEscalator, including: Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager with helping new tenants to move into their laboratories Communicate with tenants both verbally and by e-mail Maintain stocks of general laboratory consumables and chemicals Learn general laboratory housekeeping (i.e. good laboratory practice), following relevant Health and Safety procedures, to ensure a safe working environment is maintained Keep all laboratory areas clean and tidy Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager with running the shared labs on a daily basis, including changing gas cylinders, operating standard lab machinery such as autoclaves and glasswashers, refilling the liquid nitrogen supply tank weekly and collection of dry ice. Note that this will involve some manual handling Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager in routine maintenance of ultra-low temperature (i.e. - 80°C) freezers and keep accurate records. Also, maintain and keep a record of personal protective equipment such as face visors, cryogenic gloves, safety spectacles, and UV googles Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager in maintaining the tissue culture facilities including making up 70% ethanol and 1% virkon Carry out routine equipment maintenance, testing, and cleaning Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager with weekly disposal of hazardous laboratory waste from core facilities including 6-monthly disposals of hazardous chemical waste Take monthly meter readings (electricity) in proprietary labs and undertake weekly management of laboratory coat and tea towel laundering Report equipment faults to the Laboratory & Facilities Manager and assist in resolving them Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager in supervision of external contractors (such as service engineers) and provide cover in the absence of the Laboratory & Facilities Manager To promote and support best practices so that sustainability becomes an integral part of everyday laboratory work Assist the Laboratory & Facilities Manager in organising and supporting sustainability meetings with tenant company representatives, focused on identifying and implementing sustainability practices in laboratories and the wider workplace Other jobs as requested by the Laboratory & Facilities Manager or Business Manager. It is a small team, so this could include covering reception, meeting room setups, and other administrative tasks Training:As part of this role, you will undertake a Level 3 Laboratory Technician apprenticeship with the training provider CSR Scientific Training. You will also complete either a Level 3 BTEC in Applied Science or a Level 4 HNC, depending on previous academic attainment. During your apprenticeship, you will work full-time (36.5 hours per week) at the Innovation Building - BioEscalator (part of the Medical Sciences Division) at the Old Road Campus, Headington. The 2-year training programme will include in-house training as well as day-release or other distance learning methods delivered by CSR Scientific Training. In total, it will take 2-years to complete all elements of the apprenticeship, with support from the department, University, and training provider throughout. Becoming an apprentice at the University of Oxford is an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience and training. For more information, please visit: https://www.apprenticeships.ox.ac.ukTraining Outcome:Over 80% of our apprentices continue with us in the role they have been trained for after their apprenticeship and that is just the start of their career.Employer Description:The BioEscalator is the University of Oxford’s thriving biomedical incubator, based on the Old Road Campus and co-located with the University’s major medical research institutes. It is dedicated to nurturing high-growth potential biomedical start-ups with the aim of making a meaningful impact on human health. The incubator provides flexible laboratory and office space and shared equipment facilities to commercial tenants as well as access to entrepreneurial support, specialist networks and industry investors, enabling companies to advance from early seed stage through to sustainability. The BioEscalator hosts a tailored programme of innovation-focused events and is supported by an experienced business management team and a Management Board drawn from scientific, clinical and academic leaders. Its community includes Oxford spin-outs and global innovators working on cutting-edge therapeutics, diagnostics and platform technologies, with a strong record of significant funding raised, job creation and alumni success. Space is let on a flexible basis and ranges from single benches in a shared lab to private labs. There are purpose-built shared facilities: molecular biology labs, including a tissue culture suite and chemistry lab; the Hub (the centre of collaboration and events); and meeting rooms. It is run by a small team of dedicated staff with a commitment to customer service, a can-do attitude and an innovative mindset: we collaborate, we innovate and everyone pitches in. Working Hours :Monday - Friday, working hours TBCSkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative ....Read more...

Medical Devices Consultant – Senior Mechanical Engineer

Medical Devices Consultant – Senior Mechanical Engineer – Cambridge Due to the growth of a leading Medical Devices organisation, we are currently seeking a Senior Mechanical Engineer, Project Manager, Medical Devices Inventor, or Mechanical Design Consultant for a newly approved role. The company is based in Cambridge and boasts some of the most impressive labs globally, which they are currently enhancing even further. You will collaborate with other experts in Medical Devices who have backgrounds in Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Design, Electronics Design, Electronics Engineering, Physical Engineering, Biomedical Sciences, and various other skills essential for inventing Medical Technology. Consequently, teamwork will be crucial. In this role, you will lead projects, necessitating experience as a consultant, project manager, or another role involving interactions with third parties. Additionally, you will apply your skills hands-on, directly contributing to the development of new Medical Devices. We require several years of experience in Mechanical Design of Medical Devices. Familiarity with any 3D CAD tool is acceptable, as we understand that you can be trained on the necessary tools when required. However, knowledge of SolidWorks would be advantageous. Most individuals in similar roles hold a degree in a Mechanical Engineering field, but experience takes precedence. In terms of experience, we welcome candidates ranging from those stepping up to a Senior Mechanical Engineer role to individuals with several years of experience as a Medical Devices Consultant or Senior Mechanical Engineer. This organisation has an outstanding track record of fostering continuous learning to keep you at the forefront of the Medical Devices sector. Consequently, opportunities for career and skills development are always available. In addition to these benefits, you will receive an excellent salary (commensurate with your level of experience), a substantial bonus, a generous pension plan, healthcare coverage, complimentary meals throughout the day, life assurance, access to social clubs, wellness programs, an onsite gym, and other exceptional perks that are not commonly offered by most companies. We anticipate substantial interest in this role, so if you are interested, we recommend submitting your application promptly. The organisation is open to candidates with varying levels of experience. If you possess some of the required skills but not all, it may still be worth applying as training could be provided (though you must have industry experience as a Mechanical Engineer or Mechanical Designer for Medical Devices as a minimum). For more information, please feel free to call Andrew Welsh, Director of Medical Devices Recruitment and Scientific Recruitment Specialist at Newton Colmore, at +44 121 268 2240. Alternatively, you can submit an application, and a member of our team at Newton Colmore will contact you. Newton Colmore Consulting is a specialised recruitment company operating within the fields of Medical Devices, Scientific Engineering, Scientific Software, Robotics, Science, Electronics Design, New Product Design, Human Factors, Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, and Field Service Engineering sectors. ....Read more...