Biomedical Scientist
Stem Cell Laboratory
Location: London, W1G
Hours: 37.5 hours per week
Salary: £20-£26phdepending on shift pattern
Contract Type: Temporary
Job Summary
We are currently seeking an experienced HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist to join a specialist Stem Cell Laboratory within a leading healthcare provider. This role will support the Stem Cell Laboratory Manager in delivering a safe, efficient, and high-quality service, ensuring all scientific and regulatory standards are consistently met.
The successful candidate will ideally have knowledge or experience in stem cell transplantation and will play a key role in the processing, storage, and handling of haematopoietic stem cells.
Key Responsibilities
- Support the Stem Cell Laboratory Manager and senior team in delivering day-to-day laboratory operations
- Ensure compliance with policies, procedures, and standard operating procedures (SOPs) in line with regulatory requirements (HTA, JACIE, ISO 15189)
- Process donor lymphocytes and haematopoietic stem cells from bone marrow and peripheral blood for transplantation
- Coordinate the collection, transport, receipt, and handling of cellular products
- Perform aseptic techniques and cryopreservation within a sterile GMP-compliant environment
- Manage storage and documentation of cryopreserved cells, ensuring accurate record-keeping
- Support the safe operation and maintenance of liquid nitrogen storage systems
- Conduct laboratory testing, including flow cytometry
- Accurately report and communicate results in a timely manner
- Maintain, troubleshoot, and ensure functionality of laboratory equipment
- Participate in audits, quality assurance (QA), validation, and risk assessments
- Contribute to research and development activities within the laboratory
- Assist with external assessments including HTA, JACIE, and UKAS ISO 15189
General Duties
- Perform routine laboratory bench work and support daily operations
- Assist in prioritising workload to ensure timely processing of urgent cases
- Maintain accurate data entry within laboratory information systems
- Participate in quality management systems and continuous improvement initiatives
- Ensure compliance with infection control, health & safety, and data protection policies
- Support stock control and equipment validation processes
- Act as a role model and support junior staff where required
- Deliver excellent customer service and maintain effective communication with colleagues and stakeholders
Requirements
- HCPC Registered Biomedical Scientist (essential)
- Experience within a laboratory setting, ideally in stem cell or transplantation services
- Knowledge of HTA, JACIE, and ISO 15189 standards
- Experience with aseptic techniques and cryopreservation (desirable)
- Strong attention to detail and ability to maintain accurate records
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Ability to work independently and manage workload effectively
Why Apply?
This is an excellent opportunity to join a highly specialised and supportive clinical environment, contributing to life-saving stem cell transplantation services while developing your expertise in a cutting-edge laboratory setting.
For more information, please contact Fel on 07442 038239