SAMPLE RECEPTION LABORATORY SPECIALIST
- GREATER MANCHESTER - FULL TIME
- 3 days ago
- 2 min read
Closing date for applications: 4 December 2025
Our dedicated Laboratory Services department are seeking to appoint a Sample Reception Laboratory Specialist to join their team located in Manchester.
This is an opportunity to join a new department with new, state of the art equipment and analysers. If successful, you’ll be part of a dynamic team at the forefront of clinical research, contributing to meaningful scientific advancements. We offer a collaborative environment, opportunities for professional growth, and the chance to make a real impact in the field of laboratory science.
KEY SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED:
BSc or equivalent
Biological sample handling/storage experience in either clinical trials, NHS laboratory or environmental laboratory
Experience in operating and maintaining a QMS
Experience with LIMS and/or ELN
Familiarity with the processes and requirements for the handling, preparation and storage of clinical and non-clinical samples (including but not limited to, Plasma, serum, CSF, urine)
Knowledge of testing procedures and applicable laboratory regulations for clinical samples.
Experience in generating, reviewing and updating SOP’s
Experience working in a regulated environment and an understanding of applicable laboratory testing regulations (including but not limited to ISO 15189, GLP and ISO 17025)
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure sample preparation laboratory runs efficiently
Working collaboratively to ensure clinical studies are set up and run smoothly
Ensure samples are received and handled in a timely manner and in accordance with SOPs and regulatory requirements
Ensure the required level of quality is achieved or exceeded within the laboratory
Maintain up to date training and improve skills
Ensure that LIMS entries are kept up to date
Ensure housekeeping is carried out as required
Authoring and updating Laboratory manuals and documentation
Help maintain levels of consumables
Although the usual Laboratory Service business hours are Monday to Friday from 08:30 to 16:30, you’ll need to be able to be flexible as from time to time, Saturdays and out of business hours will be required to meet study needs and demands.
PHYSICAL, WORK ENVIRONMENT, TRAVEL DEMANDS:
This is an on-site role
Flexible working practices (shifts) as required
Potentially long periods standing
Dealing with bodily fluids
Long periods looking at a computer screen
Meeting deadlines and working within strict timelines
Ability to travel if required
BENEFITS:
Competitive salary in keeping with pharmaceutical industry standards that will reflect experience
Health Insurance
Eye Care Vouchers
Cycle to work scheme
Free onsite parking
25 days annual leave (increasing in increments to 30 days after 6 years' service)
Your birthday off work
MAC Clinical Research invites applications from highly motivated candidates, with a desire to fulfil their full potential. You will be working with an organisation that sees you as an investment and is keen for you to achieve your career aspirations.
Please email maccareers@macplc.com should you require any special arrangements or reasonable adjustments to be made throughout this selection process. This will enable us to accommodate your request as necessary.
Salary: Competitive + Negotiable £ Apply Now
