Senior Healthcare Technical Officer (SHTO)

Our SCI department selects, processes and issues peripheral stem cells and bone marrow for patients undergoing haemopoietic stem cell transplantation. Within the ATU we undertake a variety of work to support the transition of novel cellular therapies into the clinic. Our partnership with transplant programmes and academic and commercial groups provides the opportunity to learn about the interaction between the NHSBT therapeutic services and the applied research and development environment., You will be required to perform a range of scientific and technical activities related to the collection and cryopreservation of Stem Cells

You will be required to clean the regulated laboratories to a high specification, wearing cover-all garments

You will be required to maintain stocks and reagents in-line with MHRA regulations

The role will require you to work standard hours and days, with some evenings, weekends and bank holidays depending on the project schedule, but with appropriate notice

You will be required to manually handle equipment on a daily basis weighing up to 13 kgs, with or without mechanical aids, with appropriate training

You will be responsible for the support and training of new and less experienced staff

We're looking for a highly motivated scientist with an interest in the field of cellular therapeutics and regenerative medicine to join our group. An understanding of the importance of the nature of the work carried out within our labs, plus the ability to work as a key member of a small team is essential. Working within HTA and MHRA licensed laboratories requires diligence, discipline and attention to detail. Candidates who can highlight such attributes are encouraged to apply. The role will include maintaining records, Clean Room upkeep, taking stock of reagents and consumables, organising the daily tasks to support the GMP laboratories and coordinating with the group to maintain a safe and effective patient focused service.

You will have at least a BTEC/HNC in a Science or other relevant subject, or the NHSBT foundation degree or equivalent. Youll also ideally have a working knowledge of basic IT packages and some experience of working unsupervised in a laboratory environment.

It takes all types of people to deliver the kind of service that saves and improves lives. At NHS Blood and Transplant, you'll join a team of more than 6,000 people who are making a genuine difference to communities, families, friends, relatives and more across the UK. We play a unique and special role in the NHS by helping people do something extraordinary- donate blood, blood products, organs, tissues, or stem cells to save someone in need.