Band 5 GCLP-Biobank Laboratory Coordinator
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Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust Band 5 GCLP-Biobank Laboratory Coordinator
The closing date is 13 November 2026
Job summary
We are
Looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic GCLP-Biobank Laboratory Coordinator who will be able to support a range of research active clinical teams within the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
The role holder will join Research and Development Sample Services (RADSS), one of the largest human sample research facilities in the NHS. RADSS brings together Tissue Access for Patient Benefit (TAPB), the Trust's Research Tissue Bank (the RFL Biobank, which holds an HTA licence and operates under generic research ethics approval), and a processing laboratory. RADSS helps patients donate human biological samples, and gives researchers access to consented samples and linked, anonymised clinical data. The role holder will help partners to deliver high impact research within the UK and globally by liaise closely with clinical teams, clinical trials coordinators, researchers and patients on-site in Hampstead and across the RFL Groups Trusts: Barnet, Chase Farm, and North Middlesex University Hospital.
Main duties of the job
The ma
The main purpose of this role is to assist with the collection and biological processing of clinical trial samples such as Blood, Biopsy, Saliva, Stool for clinical research purposes within the RFL R&D. The post holder will provide biological sample processing support to the R&D Clinical and externally contracted GCLP-Biobank studies to ensure that samples are 1) received/collected, 2) booked onto LIMS, 3) biologically processed and 4) shipped/stored in accordance with GCLP-Biobank and/or study specific SOPs and that all relevant HTA, ICH legislation and governance requirements are complied, and met. In addition, the appointee will assist in data collection, inputs into the Laboratory Information Management system (LIMS) as well as provide administrative support to the GCLP-Biobank Team and studies.
You will participate in all aspects of laboratory research and development work and have responsibility for associated administrative duties such as sample sheet preparation, equipment maintenance-monitoring, internal quality control (IQC), general laboratory housekeeping duties and stock management duties. You will also participate in laboratory audits and general laboratory maintenance.
The successful applicant will be liaise closely with GCLP-RFL Biobank team members, clinical trial delivery staff, Clinical Research Facility personnel, study sponsor representatives and central analytical laboratories.
About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicatedarmy of staff care for over 1.6million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17million tests.Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle.From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.
For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
391-RFL-8390183
Job locations
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Job description
Job responsibilities
Please see attached job description for more information about this role and working at Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.
Person Specification
Education and professional qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a scientific/healthcare related discipline or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Displays a professional attitude towards colleagues, study PIs, clinical staff and others
- Flexible attitude to work, including the ability to take up new tasks when required
- Conscientious attitude to the finalisation of any given task
- Ability to problem solve and to work using own initiative
Other
Essential
- Ability to work flexible hours including unsocialble hours.
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites
Royal Free shared commitments
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of handling of relevant human material in a routine diagnostic clinical or research laboratory
- Experience of working to Human Tissue Act (2004) guidelines
- Experience of general laboratory maintenance, organisation and stock management
- Experience of manual handling tasks
- Experience of project management
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Scientific knowledge and technical ability
- Technical competence in sample processing
- A good level of expertise in the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Demonstrable knowledge of regulations governing clinical trials including: Human Tissue Act (2004), Data Protection Act (2018), Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations (2004), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- o Competence in a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Demonstrable knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Methodical and accurate approach to work showing excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
Education and professional qualifications
Essential
- Degree in a scientific/healthcare related discipline or equivalent experience
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
Personal Qualities and Attributes
Essential
- Displays a professional attitude towards colleagues, study PIs, clinical staff and others
- Flexible attitude to work, including the ability to take up new tasks when required
- Conscientious attitude to the finalisation of any given task
- Ability to problem solve and to work using own initiative
Other
Essential
- Ability to work flexible hours including unsocialble hours.
- Willingness to travel across multiple sites
Royal Free shared commitments
Essential
- Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments.
Experience
Essential
- Recent experience of handling of relevant human material in a routine diagnostic clinical or research laboratory
- Experience of working to Human Tissue Act (2004) guidelines
- Experience of general laboratory maintenance, organisation and stock management
- Experience of manual handling tasks
- Experience of project management
- Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team.
Skills and aptitudes
Essential
- Scientific knowledge and technical ability
- Technical competence in sample processing
- A good level of expertise in the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
- Demonstrable knowledge of regulations governing clinical trials including: Human Tissue Act (2004), Data Protection Act (2018), Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations (2004), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- o Competence in a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
- Demonstrable knowledge of audit processes.
- Knowledge of medical terminology
- Methodical and accurate approach to work showing excellent attention to detail
- Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
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 (Opens in a new tab).
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 (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer details
Employer name
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
Employer's website
https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)
Employer contact details
For questions about the job, contact:
GCLP Lab and Biobank Manager
Hanish Anand
Details
Date posted
30 October 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract
Fixed term
Duration
12 months
Working pattern
Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number
391-RFL-8390183
Job locations
Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Pond Street
London
NW3 2QG
United Kingdom
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