Administrative Assistant

Viapath London, England May 26, 2026

Type Contract
Pay Not listed
Work Onsite
Schedule Flexible

This Administrative Assistant opportunity is built around a large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. It would suit someone who can bring organisation, accuracy, communication, and careful task follow-through to the role.

Why this role may suit you

To support the Office and Specimen Reception to include Cancer Genetics, in the daily activities that are distributed on a rota. To support the Export co-ordinators/all office/spec rec managers in the preparation and writing of exports and submission of data on a spreadsheet.

Administrative work involved

A large part of this modernisation will involve moving 70% of our services to a purpose built, state of the art Hub laboratory in the heart of London. To organise own work tasks/activities, prioritising urgent and emergency workload. Update the list of Referring Doctors on the in-house database.

What helps in this admin role

Organisation, accuracy, communication, and careful task follow-through.

Administrative skills and experience

  • Higher level certificate of Education in Biology or Life Sciences at diploma or Degree level.
  • Experience of working in a patient focused environment.
  • Previous experience in handling patient samples in a clinical laboratory setting.

Practical information

  • Additional detail: Flexible working options may be available.
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