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Project Assistant - Laboratory

Employer
Oxford BioMedica (UK) Limited
Location
Oxford
Salary
Competitive
Start date
11 Apr 2019
Closing date
11 May 2019

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Discipline
Finance / Administration, Administration
Hours
Full Time
Contract Type
Permanent
Experience Level
Experienced (non-manager)

Job Details

Oxford BioMedica is a pioneer of gene and cell therapy and our work is helping to deliver life changing treatments.

Gene and cell therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic DNA into a patient’s cells, providing long term and potentially curative treatments for a wide range of diseases. With the potential to transform medicine, the sector holds significant promise with the first commercial products now launched and others rapidly approaching the market.

Our recent successes are driving significant growth.  As such, we are looking for a Laboratory Project Assistant to join our Analytical Development Group.  The purpose of this role is to provide administrative and project-based support to the Research Laboratory Relocation programme, and continuous improvement projects within the Research laboratories. This will include co-ordinating project activities, managing schedules and arranging assignments with the project team/functional teams. The position will suit those looking to develop their skills in a diverse and fast-paced environment, with a variety of office based and lab based activities.

Key responsibilities and accountabilities:

  • Support the Programme Manager (PM) in the day to day administration and operations of the project.
  • Schedule regular meetings and record meeting minutes focused on decisions, actions and risks (e.g. assigned tasks and next steps).
  • Set up and maintain project files for the project, ensure documents are filled correctly and in a timely manner.
  • Implement new ways of working and support continuous improvement projects in research laboratories.
  • Lead the coordination and organisation of laboratory storage solutions, process workflows, including training the research department in new working practices and interdepartmental communications.
  • Champion best practice for research laboratories, working with laboratory management, engineering, warehouse and supply chain.
  • Co-ordinating and monitoring with team members frequently for updates regarding the work in progress and address potential issues.
  • Planning, tracking, and reporting on outputs and outcomes.
  • Risk and Issue tracking which includes highlighting when reviews are required and potential new risks identified which need to be included.
  • Prepare and provide documentation to internal teams and key stakeholders.
  • Retrieve necessary information (e.g. user/client requirements).
  • Tracking change management procedures, including communicating across the team on tasks and timelines ensuring that these are met and change controls are completed.
  • Create and update workflows to the level agreed to support the project and future operations of the site.
  • Coordinate quality controls to ensure deliverables meet requirements, timelines, scope and quality.

Key skills and requirements:  

  • Excellent computer skills including MS Office software-in particular Microsoft Word, Excel and Power Point, with knowledge of Microsoft project (desirable).
  • Numerical competence.
  • Work experience as a Project Administrator, Project Coordinator or similar role.
  • Hands-on experience, technical documentation and schedules.
  • Solid organisation and time-management skills.
  • Team spirit.

Person Specification:

  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with an ability to communicate at all levels.
  • Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
  • Able to work effectively in a team and independently.
  • Strong organisational abilities.
  • Highly motivated, enthusiastic and a positive attitude.
  • A commitment to delivering a high quality service with a confident and 'can do' attitude.
  • A willingness to be flexible with work tasks; being prepared to re-prioritise work if needed.

Please note that applications will only be reviewed once a CV has been attached and the Questionnaire has been completed. 

No agencies please

Company

Oxford Biomedica is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO that enables its clients to deliver life-changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, Oxford Biomedica has more than 25 years of experience in viral vectors, the driving force behind the majority of gene therapies.  

Cell and gene therapy is the treatment of disease by the delivery of therapeutic genetic material (DNA or RNA), into a patient’s cells. One highly effective approach to delivering genetic information is to re-engineer existing viruses to be safe delivery vehicles (vectors) to insert the genetic material into patients’ cells. This can be achieved either by directly administering the vector to the patient (often referred to as in vivo gene therapy), or by first introducing the genetic material to cells or tissue outside of the body, before administering the cells or tissue into the patient (often referred to as ex vivo gene therapy or gene-modified cell therapy).  

Oxford Biomedica collaborates with some of the world's most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturing expertise in lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV) and adenoviral vectors. Oxford Biomedica's world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods and depth of regulatory expertise. 

Oxford Biomedica, a FTSE4Good constituent, is headquartered in Oxford, UK. It has locations across Oxfordshire, UK and near Boston, MA, US. Learn more at www.oxb.comwww.oxbsolutions.com, and follow us on LinkedInTwitter and YouTube

Life at Oxford Biomedica

We value everyone’s unique contribution, we appreciate everyone’s individuality, and every job matters.

Your contributions are recognised and appreciated. Your work-life balance matters. We recognise, develop and use your strengths. It’s a place where you are valued as a whole person, as an individual and as part of a team.

No matter who you are, or what you do, your work will make a significant difference.

We go the extra mile, every day, because we truly care. We work together as a team to achieve our life changing therapies. Our talented colleagues help to build other people’s futures, so can you. We empower each other to be our best.

We have access to like-minded scientists and engineers, working in the latest technologies.

Our community of experts create new life-saving cures. Shaping the business’ future through collaboration. Our people are on a continuous professional development journey aided by a thought-provoking environment. A place for experts to be stretched, and future experts to be nurtured. We inspire creativity and deliver great science, and so can you.

Our supportive culture invites talent, while creating future innovators.

We’ll give you a place where you can learn, grow and contribute to the future of cell and gene therapy. We create opportunities and invest in our people, promoting ongoing learning.  Our defined career pathways provide opportunities for everyone to achieve their career potential.  We make a difference, and so can you.

Company info
Website
Telephone
+44 (0) 1865 783 000
Location
Windrush Court
Transport Way
Oxford
OX4 6LT
United Kingdom

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