Opening times: 10/09/2025 – 10/27/2025

location: Old Road Campus Research Building, OX3 7DQ

Translation support laboratory technician

Old Road Campus Research Building, Oxford OX3 7DQ

About the role

We have an exciting opportunity available for a Translational Support Laboratory Technician to join the Office of Oncology Clinical Trials (OCTO), working within a team of trial management specialists, to support a diverse and growing portfolio of clinical trials. This post will form part of the Translational Support Unit supporting clinical trials and laboratory research by receiving and processing clinical trial samples. Including translation and ensuring robust biological sample collection is a key priority for OCTO.

The post holder will be responsible for delivering a range of sample collection and processing (including blood sample preparation, biopsy processing and molecular techniques), analysis, storage and distribution tasks. Aspects of this work are related to patient stratification and primary clinical endpoints, so will need to be delivered in accordance with good clinical practice. The position holder will maintain clinical trial regulatory compliance and environmental sustainability of OCTO sample collection activities.

About you

You will have experience in the techniques and methods listed in the responsibilities section of the job description. You will have proven experience working to GCP/GCLP standards and in clinical/molecular/biochemical laboratories. You will have a proven ability to prioritize, plan and manage a high volume of work to meet deadlines, both set and self-imposed, and ensure the laboratory operates in an efficient and timely manner. You will be able to work under pressure while maintaining a high degree of accuracy. Experience using digital quality management and laboratory management systems would be advantageous.

What we offer

As an employer, we truly care about the wellbeing of our employees and this is reflected in the range of benefits we offer including:

• Excellent pension scheme
• 38 days annual leave including public holidays (proportionate to part-time)
• A comprehensive range of child care services
• Family vacation plans
• Course Loan Scheme
• Discounted coach travel and travel loans for season tickets
• Membership in many social and sports clubs

Application process

You will be asked to upload a supporting statement (outlining how you meet the selection criteria), a CV and the names and contact details of two referees as part of your online application.

Informal inquiries can be directed to Ruth Harman at ruth.harman@oncology.ox.ac.uk.

Orders received only by 12:00 noon on Monday the 27th^y October 2025 It will be considered.

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