Job Title

Laboratory Technologist

Location(s)

Macclesfield

About Us

Revvity is a developer and provider of end-to-end solutions designed to help scientists, researchers, and clinicians solve the world’s greatest health challenges. We pair the enthusiasm of an industry disruptor with the experience of a longtime leader. Our team of 11,000+ colleagues from around the globe are vital to our success and the reason we’re able to push boundaries in pursuit of better human health.

Find your future at Revvity

Job Purpose:

Perform high throughput clinical genome sequencing and other clinical assays as needed. Assist in instrument maintenance, technical troubleshooting validation and testing processes, reviewing lab results, developing and writing operational procedures, monitoring laboratory key performance indicators, quality metrics and the QC program, timely reporting of quality event reporting to the laboratory director and to quality management, and provide regulatory, due diligence and internal auditing support

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform pre-analytical, analytical and post analytical test process and evaluate results produced relative to the diagnostic assessment

• Engage in continuous process and service improvement. Make and implement recommendations to improve operational efficiency and implement new services for areas of responsibility.

• Strictly adhere to quality control guidelines to ensure integrity of laboratory specimens and accuracy of results

• Ensure all work is in accordance with country regulations, organizational policies, and accreditation /compliance requirements

• Assist in maintaining ISO 15189 and other accreditation and regulatory agency standards and regulations

• Perform laboratory assays, including clinical and development testing, and other duties as required including shift work

Experience:

• Clinical experience with various molecular techniques including high throughput DNA Sequencing in a commercial, academic, or government laboratory

• Must be HCPC registration preferred

• Experience with nucleic acid–based assays

• detail oriented, highly organized, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Practical experience with clinical laboratory practices and protocols is a definite plus.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

Language:

Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

Maths Ability:

Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability: Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Computer Skills:

To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Microsoft Word, Outlook, and Microsoft Excel. Ability to operate laboratory computer systems

Other Skills:

Demonstrate effective interpersonal communications between departments and co-workers. Communicate effectively (orally and written) with coworkers, employees of other departments, supervisors, and administration. Knowledge of quality control practices and requirements of UKAS, ISO 15189 CAP and other regulatory agencies

Working Conditions:

• Clinical Laboratory environment; exposure to blood borne pathogens, hazardous chemicals; must wear personal protective equipment including lab coat, gloves and completely closed footwear.