Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 5 Production Scientist to join our busy and progressive accredited laboratory.
The Cambridge Cellular Therapy Laboratory (CCTL) is a regional lab delivering cellular therapies including providing analysis, processing, cryopreservation and storage of cells for therapeutic use. It is based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest biomedical research campus in Europe; home to two NHS flagship trusts, multiple world-class research institutes, the University Medical School and a thriving biopharma ecosystem.
The lab will expand to a new purpose built facility within the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre providing 4 state of the art cleanrooms and capability to manage Class 1 and Class 2 GMOs. CCTL is becoming increasingly involved in Immune Effector Cell / AT(I)MP cell handling, and facilitates the provision of CAR-T cells for a range of indications.
Main duties of the job You will assist with the routine stem cell transplantation and novel cell therapy products service. The successful candidate will have a scientific background. HCPC registration is desirable, but not essential for this role. Knowledge of compliance with regulatory bodies relating to tissue or cells for human use (HTA, MHRA, JACIE) would be an advantage. Experience with aseptic processing, cell culture or manufacturing would also be an advantage, as would theoretical or practical knowledge of stem cell processing and storage in vapour phase nitrogen.
You will be required to work on human blood and tissues in a clean room environment and support the maintenance of the Liquid Nitrogen facility.
The routine hours of the laboratory are Monday - Friday, with shifts covering between 08:00 - 18:00. Saturday working may be occasionally required. There is a requirement to contribute to the 'on-call' service.
About us Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 29th December 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 7th January 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Person Specification Qualifications
Related BSc or equivalent experience
HCPC Registration/ Eligible for HCPC registration
Experience
Laboratory working
Document keeping
Experience of Cell Therapy or a similar, related field such as Blood Transfusion, H&I, Tissue Typing, GMP Manufacture
Haematology investigations
Use of the hospital EPIC software
Use of Q-Pulse
Previous stock control experience
Cell culture experience
Working with Liquid nitrogen
Knowledge
Scientific background/ Understanding of cell therapy
Health and safety procedures
Microsoft Office products
Understanding statistical calculations
Knowledge of GMP working
Skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Able to work both in a team and as an individual
Ability to work in an organised manner and to high standards
Show attention to detail
General laboratory skills
Ability to cope under pressure
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Additional Requirements
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Cambridge Cellular Therapy Laboratory, Box 234, Hills Road
#J-18808-Ljbffr
The Cambridge Cellular Therapy Laboratory (CCTL) is a regional lab delivering cellular therapies including providing analysis, processing, cryopreservation and storage of cells for therapeutic use. It is based on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus, the largest biomedical research campus in Europe; home to two NHS flagship trusts, multiple world-class research institutes, the University Medical School and a thriving biopharma ecosystem.
The lab will expand to a new purpose built facility within the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre providing 4 state of the art cleanrooms and capability to manage Class 1 and Class 2 GMOs. CCTL is becoming increasingly involved in Immune Effector Cell / AT(I)MP cell handling, and facilitates the provision of CAR-T cells for a range of indications.
Main duties of the job You will assist with the routine stem cell transplantation and novel cell therapy products service. The successful candidate will have a scientific background. HCPC registration is desirable, but not essential for this role. Knowledge of compliance with regulatory bodies relating to tissue or cells for human use (HTA, MHRA, JACIE) would be an advantage. Experience with aseptic processing, cell culture or manufacturing would also be an advantage, as would theoretical or practical knowledge of stem cell processing and storage in vapour phase nitrogen.
You will be required to work on human blood and tissues in a clean room environment and support the maintenance of the Liquid Nitrogen facility.
The routine hours of the laboratory are Monday - Friday, with shifts covering between 08:00 - 18:00. Saturday working may be occasionally required. There is a requirement to contribute to the 'on-call' service.
About us Our Trust
Cambridge University Hospitals (CUH) NHS Foundation Trust comprises Addenbrooke's Hospital and the Rosie Hospital in Cambridge. With over 13,000 staff and over 1100 beds the priorities of the Trust focus on a quality service which is all about people - patients, staff and partners. Recognised as providing 'outstanding' care to our patients and rated 'Good' overall by the Care Quality Commissioner, is testament to the skill and dedication of the people who work here. CUH's values - Together - Safe, Kind, Excellent - are at the heart of patient care, defining the way all staff work and behave. The Trust provides accessible high-quality healthcare for the local people of Cambridge, together with specialist services, dealing with rare or complex conditions for a regional, national and international population.
CUH is committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive community - a place where we can all be ourselves. We value our differences and fully advocate and support an inclusive working environment where every individual can fulfil their potential. We want to ensure our people are truly representative of all the communities that we serve. We welcome applications for all positions in the organisation irrespective of people's age, disability, ethnicity, race, nationality, gender identity, sex, sexual orientation, religion or belief, marriage and civil partnership status, or pregnancy and maternity status or social economic background.
Job responsibilities Please see the attached Applicant Information Pack (combined Job Description and Person Specification) for key duties and responsibilities.
This vacancy will close at midnight on 29th December 2024
Interviews are due to be held on 7th January 2025
Benefits to you
At Cambridge University Hospitals, we want to do all we can to support good working days. We offer development opportunities and a wide range of benefits, including on-site leisure facilities, shopping concourse and day nurseries. Our good work programme currently includes providing reduced cost Stagecoach bus travel to and from Cambridge University Hospital site. Park and Ride bus journeys between Babraham Road and Trumpington sites are free, as is the route to and from Cambridge train station and our hospitals. We also subsidise the cost of parking on site for eligible staff.
On CUH campus, hot food is available 24/7 and at a reduced cost for colleagues. Recently we launched the first of our staff pod break spaces. Located in the Deakin Centre, we have a purpose-created colleague-only café, with free tea and coffee, a break space and private outside area for colleagues to rest, refuel and recharge. Just one of the ways we are working hard to support good working days at CUH.
CUH is committed to assisting employees in achieving a good work-life balance irrespective of role or personal circumstances. Flexible arrangements may include, but are not limited to, part-time working, job-share, term-time working and flexible start and finish times.
Person Specification Qualifications
Related BSc or equivalent experience
HCPC Registration/ Eligible for HCPC registration
Experience
Laboratory working
Document keeping
Experience of Cell Therapy or a similar, related field such as Blood Transfusion, H&I, Tissue Typing, GMP Manufacture
Haematology investigations
Use of the hospital EPIC software
Use of Q-Pulse
Previous stock control experience
Cell culture experience
Working with Liquid nitrogen
Knowledge
Scientific background/ Understanding of cell therapy
Health and safety procedures
Microsoft Office products
Understanding statistical calculations
Knowledge of GMP working
Skills
Effective verbal and written communication
Able to work both in a team and as an individual
Ability to work in an organised manner and to high standards
Show attention to detail
General laboratory skills
Ability to cope under pressure
Problem solving and troubleshooting skills
Additional Requirements
The ability to understand and behave at all times, towards patients, visitors and colleagues according to the Trust values of Safe, Kind, Excellent.
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.
Cambridge University Hospital NHS Foundation Trust
Address Cambridge Cellular Therapy Laboratory, Box 234, Hills Road
#J-18808-Ljbffr
