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Laboratory Assistant

Parexel

Location:
United Kingdom, Harrow

Category:
Research and Development

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Job Description:

We are currently hiring a Laboratory Assistant to join our Early Phase team in Northwick Park, Harrow. This role is an on-site position with a mix of early and late shifts.

Job Responsibility:

Prepare, collect, process and label blood, urine, faecal and other specimens including simple laboratory procedures such as centrifugation, pipetting and weighing
Perform simple diagnostic laboratory tests including pregnancy tests, urinalysis, drugs of abuse
Supervise urine and faecal collections, measure/ weigh urine collection volumes/weights, weigh faecal collections
Use and maintain laboratory equipment (e.g. centrifuges, scales) safely and in accordance with relevant SOPs
Order and liaise with couriers to arrange sample shipments
Perform assays including ELISA, RT-PCR
Complete CRFs, laboratory records and capture other trial data as required
Collate CRFs, laboratory and other results and perform quality control checks to ensure they are complete and ready for review and approval by Research Physicians
Assist with daily maintenance of fridges and freezers and monitor temperatures through REES system and the weekly on-call system if required
Assist with regular maintenance, monitoring and calibration of laboratory equipment and devices
Assist with trial laboratory set-up and preparation, including completion of user acceptability tests ("dummy runs") and review of laboratory forms
Prepare trial laboratory source data for monitor and sponsor review and ensure timely resolution of queries
Attend relevant study meetings, deliver study specific training and actively participate in risk management and mitigation for the trail
Prepare and dispatch sample shipments according to approved timelines
Assist with laboratory related trial close out activities

Requirements:

Practical and dexterous
Computer literate (MS Word, MS Excel, Outlook)
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail
Willingness to work in a matrix environment and to value the importance of teamwork
Relevant experience of laboratory in the pharmaceutical industry and/or a research institute advantageous
A-Level in Science subjects (minimum requirement)
HND or Degree advantageous

Nice to have:

Relevant experience of laboratory in the pharmaceutical industry and/or a research institute advantageous
HND or Degree advantageous

Additional Information:

Job Posted:
December 11, 2025

Work Type:

On-site work

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