Medical Technical Officer (Laboratory)

Job summary

The NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility UCLH is a well-established Clinical Research Facility (CRF) covering two sites. The Leonard Wolfson Experimental Neurology Centre is a dedicated neuroscience experimental medicine facility at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery (NHNN) at Queen Square (QS); and the NIHR UCLH Clinical Research Facility is a comprehensive Cancer and Medical research facility on the Bloomsbury campus (BC) at Tottenham Court Road.

We are looking to recruit a self-motivated and enthusiastic Medical Technical Officer to work in the CRF laboratory and be specifically responsible for processing, storing and shipping samples collected as part of clinical trials implemented at the UCLH NIHR CRF from first-into-human through to complex and innovative phase 3 trials, and experimental non-IMP studies. The post holder should demonstrate good interpersonal skills, with the ability to communicate to colleagues and service users and be an excellent team worker.

Main duties of the job

The post holder will be expected to provide a professional clinical trial laboratory service and deliver high quality clinical data in line with the study protocol, the principles of Good Clinical Practice (GCP) and the UK Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trials) Regulations. The post holder will be required to maintain accurate records, adhere to written Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and be able to prioritise activities despite conflicting timelines.

1. To maintain the integrity and accuracy of the research samples.
2. Contribute to service delivery and the maintenance of turnaround times within the department.
3. To communicate effectively at all times and maintain good working relationships between clinicians and other departments.
4. Lead on appropriate administrative tasks within the laboratory.

The post holder will work across CRFs sites based on laboratory support needs, and shift work may be required from time to time depending on needs e.g. 8am to 4pm, 10am to 6pm, 11am to 7pm.

About us

University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (UCLH) is one of the most complex NHS trusts in the UK, serving a large and diverse population. We provide academically led acute and specialist services, to people from the local area, from throughout the United Kingdom and overseas. Our vision is to deliver top-quality patient care, excellent education, and world-class research.

We provide first-class acute and specialist services across eight sites:

• University College Hospital (incorporating the Elizabeth Garrett Anderson Wing)
• National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery
• Royal National ENT and Eastman Dental Hospitals
• University College Hospital Grafton Way Building
• Royal London Hospital for Integrated Medicine
• University College Hospital Macmillan Cancer Centre
• The Hospital for Tropical Diseases
• University College Hospital at Westmoreland Street

We are dedicated to the diagnosis and treatment of many complex illnesses. UCLH specialises in women's health and the treatment of cancer, infection, neurological, gastrointestinal and oral disease. It has world class support services including critical care, imaging, nuclear medicine and pathology.

We are committed to sustainability and have pledged to become a carbon net zero health service, embedding sustainable practice throughout UCLH. We have set an ambitious target of net zero for our direct emissions by 2031 and indirect emissions by 2040.

Date posted: 17 April 2025

Pay scheme: Agenda for change

Band: Band 4

Salary: £31,944 to £34,937 a year Per annum inclusive of HCAS

Contract: Permanent

Working pattern: Full-time

Reference number: 309-UCLH-6163

Job locations: University College London Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU

Job description Job responsibilities

For the full Person Specification and more information regarding the main responsibilities of this role, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Come and be a part of the best NHS trust in England to work for, according to our staff*

* UCLH top trust to work at in England - In the most recent NHS staff survey UCLH had the highest percentage of staff who said they would recommend us as a place to work, out of all general acute or acute/community NHS trusts in England for the third year in a row.

UCLH recognises the benefits of flexible working for staff. To find out more, visit: Flexible working.

To discover more about what makes UCLH a great place to work, visit: Why Choose UCLH?

Person Specification Knowledge and Qualifications

Essential

• 5 GSCE passes at A-C grade including Maths and English
• Foundation degree (in a science subject)
• Have a good knowledge of a range of laboratory procedures.
• Knowledge of Health & Safety.
• Knowledge of Equal Opportunities & Data Protection / Confidentiality

Desirable

• Familiarity with medical terms.
• Knowledge of Good Clinical Practice, Good Laboratory Practice and Research Governance

Experience

Essential

• Experience of working in a laboratory setting

Desirable

• Data inputting in lab computer Systems
• Experience of working on COVID-19 Vaccine trials

Skills and Abilities

Essential

• Ability to be methodical, organised and self-motivated
• Good time management skills

Communication

Essential

• Ability to communicate effectively in a polite manner both verbally and in writing

Personal and People Development

Essential

• Able to identify own training needs. Displays desire for professional and personal development

Specific Requirements

Essential

• Good hand eye coordination for fine use of instrumentation. Capable of working with hazardous high risk samples and daily exposure to infectious material/ hazardous chemicals
• Capable of intense periods of concentration

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website.

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants.

Employer details

Employer name: University College London Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Address: University College London Hospital, 235 Euston Road, London, NW1 2BU

Employer's website: https://www.uclh.nhs.uk