Job summary
We are looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic GCLP-Biobank Laboratory Coordinator who will be able to support a range of research active clinical teams within the Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust.

The role holder will join Research and Development Sample Services (RADSS), one of the largest human sample research facilities in the NHS. RADSS brings together Tissue Access for Patient Benefit (TAPB), the Trust's Research Tissue Bank (the RFL Biobank, which holds an HTA licence and operates under generic research ethics approval), and a processing laboratory. RADSS helps patients donate human biological samples, and gives researchers access to consented samples and linked, anonymised clinical data. The role holder will help partners to deliver high impact research within the UK and globally by liaise closely with clinical teams, clinical trials coordinators, researchers and patients on-site in Hampstead and across the RFL Groups Trusts: Barnet, Chase Farm, and North Middlesex University Hospital.

Main duties of the job
The main purpose of this role is to assist with the collection and biological processing of clinical trial samples such as Blood, Biopsy, Saliva, Stool for clinical research purposes within the RFL R&D. The post holder will provide biological sample processing support to the R&D Clinical and externally contracted GCLP-Biobank studies to ensure that samples are 1) received/collected, 2) booked onto LIMS, 3) biologically processed and 4) shipped/stored in accordance with GCLP-Biobank and/or study specific SOPs and that all relevant HTA, ICH legislation and governance requirements are complied, and met. In addition, the appointee will assist in data collection, inputs into the Laboratory Information Management system (LIMS) as well as provide administrative support to the GCLP-Biobank Team and studies.

You will participate in all aspects of laboratory research and development work and have responsibility for associated administrative duties such as sample sheet preparation, equipment maintenance-monitoring, internal quality control (IQC), general laboratory housekeeping duties and stock management duties. You will also participate in laboratory audits and general laboratory maintenance.

The successful applicant will be liaise closely with GCLP-RFL Biobank team members, clinical trial delivery staff, Clinical Research Facility personnel, study sponsor representatives and central analytical laboratories.

About us
The Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust is one of the UK's biggest and most innovative trusts. Across three main hospitals, our dedicated army of staff care for over 1.6 million patients, treat more than 200,000 in A&E, deliver over 8,000 babies and carry out more than 17 million tests. Our size, scale and influence offer you unrivalled career opportunities and a forward-thinking approach to working that works around your lifestyle. From flexible hours and generous benefits, to next level training, we make it easier to take your career to the top.

For more information please follow link https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

Details
Date posted: 30 October 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 5
Salary: £38,488 to £46,852 a year per annum inclusive of HCAS
Contract: Fixed term
Duration: 12 months
Working pattern: Full-time, Flexible working
Reference number: 391-RFL-8390183
Closing date: 13 November 2026

Person specification
Education and professional qualifications

• Degree in a scientific/healthcare related discipline or equivalent experience
• Evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD)

Personal qualities and attributes

• Displays a professional attitude towards colleagues, study PIs, clinical staff and others
• Flexible attitude to work, including the ability to take up new tasks when required
• Conscientious attitude to the finalisation of any given task
• Ability to problem solve and to work using own initiative

Other

• Ability to work flexible hours including unsocial hours
• Willingness to travel across multiple sites

Royal Free shared commitments

• Demonstrable ability to meet the Trust shared commitments

Experience

• Recent experience of handling of relevant human material in a routine diagnostic clinical or research laboratory
• Experience of working to Human Tissue Act (2004) guidelines
• Experience of general laboratory maintenance, organisation and stock management
• Experience of manual handling tasks
• Experience of project management
• Experience of working in a multidisciplinary team

Skills and aptitudes

• Scientific knowledge and technical ability
• Technical competence in sample processing
• A good level of expertise in the operation and routine maintenance of laboratory equipment
• Demonstrable knowledge of regulations governing clinical trials including: Human Tissue Act (2004), Data Protection Act (2018), Medicines for Human Use (Clinical Trial) Regulations (2004), Good Clinical Laboratory Practice (GCLP) and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
• Competence in a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS)
• Demonstrable knowledge of audit processes
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Methodical and accurate approach to work showing excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.

Employer details
Employer name: Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust
Address: Pond Street, London, NW3 2QG, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.royalfreelondonjobs.co.uk/

For questions about the job, contact: GCLP Lab and Biobank Manager, Hanish Anand, hanish.anand@nhs.net