"Research Tissue Bank Coordinator"

University of Leeds - Faculty of Medicine & Health - Leeds Institute of Medical Research (LIMR) - Division of Haematology & Immunology

Location: Leeds - St James University Hospital / Main Campus

Contract type: Fixed term (Available until 30th November 2028 to complete a specific task or time limited work, including the need for specific expertise or additional resource for a project.)

Do you have the skills and knowledge to manage and provide governance for an active Research Tissue Bank?

Can you provide technical support to a diverse range of laboratory research projects?

The main aim of this post is to support the day-to-day activities of the PNH Research Tissue bank. PNH (Paroxysmal Nocturnal Haemoglobinuria) is a rare, clonal bone marrow disorder and the tissue bank continues to collect samples from patients under the care of the National PNH Service based at St. James's Hospital, Leeds. This will include governance (including preparation of the tissue bank renewal in 2026), management of the bank itself (including HTA compliance), tissue collection and processing, and liaising with the PNH clinic and research team.

You will be educated to degree level (or equivalent) in an appropriate subject area and have suitable laboratory and governance experience. You will have experience in handling clinical samples, a good knowledge of the human tissue act and ethical approval requirements in a laboratory setting, as well as effective communication and team skills.

What we offer in return:

• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme options plus life assurance
• Health and Wellbeing: Discounted staff membership options at The Edge, our state-of-the-art Campus gym, with a pool, sauna, climbing wall, cycle circuit, and sports halls.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team. All FMH staff are entitled to ten days staff development per year (pro rata). Please speak to your Line Manager about how you can utilise these
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.

And much more!

If you are looking for a role that will allow you to provide a significant contribution to important research to benefit patients with a rare disease, apply today.

To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:

Dr Darren Newton, Lecturer in Haematology and Immunology, LIMR
Email: d.j.newton@leeds.ac.uk