Study Technician - Electrophysiology
- Employer
- Labcorp
- Location
- Huntingdon, United Kingdom
- Salary
- Competitive
- Start date
- 1 Oct 2020
- Closing date
- 31 Oct 2020
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- Discipline
- Medical Affairs, Scientific Advisor
- Hours
- Full Time
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Experience Level
- Experienced (non-manager)
Job Details
Are you looking for a role with progression opportunities?
Do you want to be responsible for themaintenance of cell lines and support performance of in vitro electrophysiology ion channel studies?
Do you have excellent attention to detail paired with great accuracy?
As one of the world's premier Contract Research Organisations, Covance's mission is to help build a healthier and safer world by providing research services for a multitude of organizations.
We strive to make a difference to people's everyday lives by bringing essential products to the market and as a Electrophysiology Study Technicianat our site in Alconbury, Huntingdon you will play an essential part in making this happen .
Duties include:
- Maintaining cell lines and preparing cells for patch-clamp recording
- Preparing solutions and compound formulations for studies
- Daily maintenance of the cell culture/electrophysiology laboratories and ensuring appropriate levels of materials and consumables to allow studies to be performed as planned
- Maintaining tidiness of laboratory and equipment and ensure preventative maintenance of equipment is performed on due date
- Accurately collating, analysing and quality checking the data generated during studies
- Learning to perform patch-clamp recording of cells and provide technical assistance in the performance of ion channel studies
- Providing technical assistance for validation studies
- Maintaining accurate records of all laboratory work performed, in accordance with the standards of GLP and maintain accurate records of fridges/freezers' contents at all times
What Covance can offer you:
- A competitive salary together with a comprehensive benefits package including health cover and pension
- Unsurpassed career development opportunities supported by exceptional people from across the globe with an energized purpose
If you are looking to work within a supportive team, where there are real opportunities to learn, develop and progress then we would like to hear from you!
Education/Qualifications:
- BSc in a scientific disciplineor equivalent industry experience
- Practical lab experience with cell culture (HEK cells) preferred
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to accurately read, record, and communicate information
- Communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills
- Knowledge and understanding of GLP desirable
Company
At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions —because we know that knowledge has the potential to make life better for all. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations. Here, you can join our more than 70,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives. Join us in our pursuit of answers.
- Website
- https://careers.labcorp.com/global/en
- Location
-
Maidenhead Office Park
Westacott Way
Littlewick Green
Maidenhead
SL6 3QH
United Kingdom
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