Clinical Research Assistant / Laboratory Technician
Lewisham and Greenwich NHS Trust · London, England
FULL-TIME
Posted Sep 8, 2026
Job Description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Band 4 Clinical Research Assistant/ Laboratory technician to post to support a range of commercial research from the National Institute for Health (NIHR) Research Portfolio.
The appointee will work as part of a team across the South London Commercial Research Delivery Centre sites (including GSTT and Oxleas) and the laboratory setting at both Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich and University Hospital, Lewisham.
After appropriate training and demonstration of competence, they will run the research laboratory, ensuring samples are collected, processed, stored and shipped in accordance with study protocols under supervision, as well as handling issued reports to ensure a smooth transition of work between the laboratory and other areas within team.
In addition, the post holder will be required to undertake a number of other duties in different areas of the laboratory and research team such as preparing reagents, carrying out initial specimen preparation, creating and maintaining study logs and responding to queries. Alongside these core laboratory duties, the post holder will contribute to clinical trial delivery, supporting research activities, data recording and trial administration.
This is a cross site role and the post holder will be expected to travel across all Trust and South London CRDC sites as a core element of the role.
Please note this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
- Support the delivery of clinical research studies by undertaking participant assessments and sample collection procedures in accordance with study protocols, Trust policies, and competency requirements.
- Process, label, store, and manage biological samples accurately and safely, ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
- Coordinate sample transportation and shipment activities, including packaging, courier arrangements, and monitoring sample integrity throughout transit.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the research laboratory, maintaining equipment, stock levels, quality control processes, and a safe working environment.
- Maintain accurate research documentation and data records, ensuring timely and accurate entry into study databases, case report forms, and laboratory information systems.
- Support study set-up, recruitment, and trial delivery activities, including feasibility assessments, maintenance of study files, and liaison with investigators, sponsors, and support departments.
- Ensure compliance with research governance and regulatory requirements, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), the Human Tissue Act (HTA), Information Governance, and Data Protection regulations.
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement, supporting audits, staff training, patient and public involvement initiatives, and the growth and successful delivery of the research portfolio.
Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants
Our People Are Our Greatest Asset. When We Feel Supported And Happy At Work, This Positivity Reaches Those Very People We Are Here For, The Patients. Engaged Employees Perform At Their Best And Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Initiatives Contribute To Cultivate a Culture Of Engagement. We Have Four Staff Networks, a Corporate EDI Team And a Suite Of Programmes And Events Which Aim To Insert The 5 Aspirations
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emily Liu Job title: Senior Research Nurse Email address: emily.liu1@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 8836 5971
The appointee will work as part of a team across the South London Commercial Research Delivery Centre sites (including GSTT and Oxleas) and the laboratory setting at both Queen Elizabeth Hospital, Woolwich and University Hospital, Lewisham.
After appropriate training and demonstration of competence, they will run the research laboratory, ensuring samples are collected, processed, stored and shipped in accordance with study protocols under supervision, as well as handling issued reports to ensure a smooth transition of work between the laboratory and other areas within team.
In addition, the post holder will be required to undertake a number of other duties in different areas of the laboratory and research team such as preparing reagents, carrying out initial specimen preparation, creating and maintaining study logs and responding to queries. Alongside these core laboratory duties, the post holder will contribute to clinical trial delivery, supporting research activities, data recording and trial administration.
This is a cross site role and the post holder will be expected to travel across all Trust and South London CRDC sites as a core element of the role.
Please note this vacancy may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.
- Support the delivery of clinical research studies by undertaking participant assessments and sample collection procedures in accordance with study protocols, Trust policies, and competency requirements.
- Process, label, store, and manage biological samples accurately and safely, ensuring compliance with study protocols, regulatory requirements, and quality standards.
- Coordinate sample transportation and shipment activities, including packaging, courier arrangements, and monitoring sample integrity throughout transit.
- Manage the day-to-day operation of the research laboratory, maintaining equipment, stock levels, quality control processes, and a safe working environment.
- Maintain accurate research documentation and data records, ensuring timely and accurate entry into study databases, case report forms, and laboratory information systems.
- Support study set-up, recruitment, and trial delivery activities, including feasibility assessments, maintenance of study files, and liaison with investigators, sponsors, and support departments.
- Ensure compliance with research governance and regulatory requirements, including Good Clinical Practice (GCP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), the Human Tissue Act (HTA), Information Governance, and Data Protection regulations.
- Contribute to service development and continuous improvement, supporting audits, staff training, patient and public involvement initiatives, and the growth and successful delivery of the research portfolio.
Please refer to the Applicant Guide via the link below for key information:- Applying to LGT Guide - Key Information for Applicants
Our People Are Our Greatest Asset. When We Feel Supported And Happy At Work, This Positivity Reaches Those Very People We Are Here For, The Patients. Engaged Employees Perform At Their Best And Our Equality, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) Initiatives Contribute To Cultivate a Culture Of Engagement. We Have Four Staff Networks, a Corporate EDI Team And a Suite Of Programmes And Events Which Aim To Insert The 5 Aspirations
- Improving representation at senior levels of staff with disabilities, from black, Asian, and ethnic minorities background, identify as LGBTQ+ and women, through improved recruitment and leadership development
- Widening access (anchor institution) and employability
- Improving the experience of staff with disability
- Improving the EDI literacy and confidence of trust staff through training and development
- Making equalities mainstream
For further details / informal visits contact: Name: Emily Liu Job title: Senior Research Nurse Email address: emily.liu1@nhs.net Telephone number: 020 8836 5971
Additional Details
- City
- London
- State
- England
- Country
- GB
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