Histology Technician (m/f/d)

Job Location	Little Chesterford
Education	Not Mentioned
Salary	Competitive salary
Industry	Not Mentioned
Functional Area	Not Mentioned
Job Type	Permanent , full-time

Job Description

We set science in motion to create a better world and have done so for over 100 years.Through our diverse and passionate global workforce of 14,000+ professionals, weve become a trusted provider of mission-critical products and services to customers in the biopharma, healthcare, education & government, and advanced technologies & appliedmaterials industries.Thanks to our global infrastructure, our teams contributions reach many parts of the world and have a profound and positive impact on peoples lives.If you want to help us solve the worlds most complex challenges and join an inclusive community that supports your career development - you belong here, with us.Apply now and help us forge new paths to create a better worldPosition Overview Our Client provides laboratory solutions to leading businesses in the life science industry.Histology Technician to join our service providing laboratory and sample management support for the AZ Translational Pathology Laboratories in Cambridge, UK.The Translational Pathology Laboratories support biomarker identification and analysis for multiple AZ drug projects from the very early stage through to Phase I and II clinical trials.Location: AstraZeneca, CB10 1XL, Little Chesterford, Saffron WaldenWorking hours: Monday-Friday 9:00-17:00 with some flexibility Key Tasks and Responsibilities

Sectioning of human tissues
Ensures own work is compliant with Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and Human Tissue Act (HTA) regulations, Safety Health and Environment (SHE) standards
Work closely with the scientists in the Translational Medicine Genomics group to identify, locate, acquire samples from internal Biobanks, CRO and external vendors.
Identify and solve problems associated with sourcing samples and have excellent communication skills in order to discuss and resolve such issues with other team members.
Responsible for tracking human samples in LIMS systems used by Translational Pathology and Genomics Labs.
Independently use sample inventory methods and assist in continuous improvement of our processes for sample handling, requisition, sample
To be an effective team member in supporting projects to meet their objectives
Adhere to SHE regulations, PPE policies and follow Avantor Work Instructions & Risk Assessments
Work proactively with line manager to ensure all training activities are completed and signed off in a timely manner

Experience Required

A degree in bioscience or life science
histopathology, tissue sectioning
Experience working in a laboratory environment
Exceptional planning and organisational skills, meticulous eye for detail
Awareness of UK Human Tissue Act
Clear concise written and spoken communication skills
Good time management skills, ability to be flexible and handle multiple responsibilities and tasks on a regular basis

Desirable

Experience with electronic sample management systems
Experience with GCP
Experience of working with SHE policies and procedures

Further Information

Bonus
Private Healthcare
Pension
Bank Holiday
Paid Holiday

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