Join Us in Changing Lives At OXB , our people are at the heart of everything we do. Were on a mission to enable life-changing therapies to reach patients around the worldand were looking for passionate individuals who embody our core values every day: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful . Were currently recruiting for a Sample Management Coordinator to join our Quality ControlTeam . In this role, you will receive, store, issue, pack, ship, organise and dispose of samples in a controlled manner , playing a key part in advancing our mission and making a real difference. *Please note this is not considered an undergraduate opportunity at OXB. Please see Scientist II, Production Biotechnologist QC Officer, or QC Microbiologist or other similar II level opportunities on our career site for these types of roles. Your responsibilities in this role would be: Receiving samples from manufacturing sites, checkingcondition, ensuring samples are logged inand stored appropriately Organising and preparing outgoing shipments of samples to external testing organisations / clients Navigating LIMS processes for sample management activities Ensuring any discrepancies are noted and dealt within a timely manner Ensuring a good standard of record keeping and documentation Authoring and reviewing of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and other documentation Ownership and troubleshooting of processes to ensure procedural efficiencies Responsible for liaising and leading meetings with other teams / departments We are looking for: Educated to a minimum of GCSE or equivalent qualification level orable todemonstraterequired skillsgained withinanotherworkplace Experience using LIMS (not essential) A genuine interest and drive to work in science Good interpersonal and communication skills (written and verbal) Highly organised and motivated with excellent attention to detail Knowledge and experience of MS Office, Word, Excel & Outlook About Us: OXB is a quality and innovation-led viral vector CDMO with a mission to enable its clients to deliver life changing therapies to patients around the world. One of the original pioneers in cell and gene therapy, we have more than30years of experience in viral vectors; the driving force behindthe majority ofgene therapies. OXB collaborates with some of the worlds most innovative pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies, providing viral vector development and manufacturingexpertisein lentivirus, adeno-associated virus (AAV)and adenoviral vectors. OXBs world-class capabilities span from early-stage development to commercialisation. These capabilities are supported by robust quality-assurance systems, analytical methods, and depth of regulatoryexpertise. Why Join Us? Competitive total reward packages Wellbeing programmesthat support your mental and physical health Career development opportunitiesto help you grow and thrive Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative culture State-of-the-art labs and manufacturing facilities A company that lives its values: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, Respect We want you to feel inspired every day. At OXB, were future-focused and growing fast. We succeed togetherthrough passion, commitment, and teamwork. Ready to Make a Difference? Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives.
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Oxford BioMedica Limited Recruiting Team
How to prepare for a job interview at Oxford BioMedica Limited
✨Know Your Stuff
Make sure you understand the basics of cell and gene therapy, especially how viral vectors work. Brush up on terms like 'in vivo' and 'ex vivo' so you can speak confidently about them during the interview.
✨Show Your Organisational Skills
As a Sample Management Coordinator, being organised is key. Prepare examples from your past experiences where you successfully managed multiple tasks or projects. This will demonstrate your ability to handle the responsibilities of the role.
✨Communicate Clearly
Since you'll be liaising with different teams, practice your communication skills. Be ready to discuss how you've effectively communicated in previous roles, whether it was through meetings, emails, or documentation.
✨Embrace the Values
Familiarise yourself with OXB's core values: Responsible, Responsive, Resilient, and Respectful. Think of examples from your own experience that align with these values, as this will show you're a great cultural fit for the team.