Job Ref: 214847648

Date: 2021-10-07 17:03:06

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Fixed Term Contract

We're currently seeking Cold Storage Equipment – Temperature Mapping Technician based in Milton Keynes to work within a state of the art, high output diagnostics laboratory environment as part of the UK's NHS Test and Trace programme.

As well as playing a vital role in supporting society's return to a more normal way of life by helping to break the chains of COVID-19 transmission, you will also gain invaluable experience in a fast-paced and dynamic laboratory environment.

This represents a once in a lifetime opportunity to go above and beyond to support public health, while also extending your already accomplished technical skills and positioning your Scientific career for further success and growth.

Your responsibilities:

As a Cold Storage Equipment – Temperature mapping Technician you will be responsible will be responsible for the management of the temperature mapping requirements of Covid-19 Cold Storage Equipment (CSE) using a set of calibrated dataloggers. This involves the mapping of new CSE as part of the Operational (OQ) and Performance Qualification (PQ) requirements for Validation, as well as annual re-validation existing of CSE. CSE currently includes refrigerated cold rooms, walk-in -20⁰C freezer, small refrigerators, and a variety of freezers from -15⁰C to -80⁰C. This may be expanded to include mapping of -196⁰C liquid nitrogen storage vessels. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining the calibration status of the dataloggers

Your experience:

-Proven experience of writing and maintaining relevant, controlled, documentation, including SOPs and training records.
– Understanding the workings of CSE.
– Proven experience of working cross-functionally with other areas.
– Must be an excellent communicator, both spoken and written.
– Sets and maintains high standards for self and takes necessary action to correct problems or issues.
– Works with minimal supervision and reports on progress through both formal and informal channels.
– Excellent organisational skills and ability to multi-task and prioritise work effectively.
– Pro-active, with strong administration and planning skills.
– Proficient working with IT systems; experience of MS Office (Excel, Word, Outlook).
– Confident communicator with polite and professional attitude to work.
– Ability to manage stakeholder expectations.
– Ability to horizon-scan potential areas for business development.
– Full, clean, UK driving licence.

Education:

Minimum of NVQ level 3 education

F-Gas certification, degree in scientific or medical environment with knowledge of temperature mapping equipment desirable, as is experience working within ISO 15189, 17025 and/or 20387

In return:

As well as a competitive rate of pay you'll receive comprehensive training on relevant lab procedures and equipment, with fantastic benefits. Please speak to our team to learn more.

in this role you will work Monday to Friday 35 hours a week.

This is literally a once in a lifetime opportunity to join a team of highly skilled individuals, all focused on delivering the best possible outcome.

If you're ready for a new challenge and want to be part of the team delivering this essential lab work, please apply today

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