Scientist, Clinical Research, Medical Technologist & Lab Technician

Location: Greater London

Scientists – Control Testing

We are currently looking for Scientists to join our Control Testing Function within the Science and Research group.

This is a full‑time, permanent position based in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Government departments and agencies are working towards implementing a minimum 60% attendance in office sites.

Who are we?

The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhances and improves the health of millions of people every day through effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.

The Science and Research Group delivers public health impact through four sub‑groups:

Control Testing, Research and Development, Standards Lifecycle, and Health & Safety and Quality Assurance. The Control Testing team ensures the quality of biological medicines by independently assessing and certifying batches of vaccines, blood products and plasma pools through laboratory testing and review of manufacturers’ data.

What’s the role?

The post is for a laboratory‑based scientist who will be part of a team focused on laboratory testing for the characterisation of biological medicines as part of the UK’s independent batch release programme. The Control Testing team specialises in assays for separation science, immunochemistry, cell‑based assays, molecular analysis and biochemistry.

The post holder will evaluate vaccines and blood products using a range of specialist assays and methods. Responsibilities include organising materials and reagents, managing samples for batch testing from receipt to reporting, and ensuring compliance with SOPs and ISO

Key responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests, following SOPs and in compliance with ISO

17025.

• Manage day‑to‑day registration of samples and error‑free data entry into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS).
• Maintain laboratory stocks of reagents and consumables.
• Responsible for equipment records.

Who are we looking for?

Our successful candidate will have:

• Experience in one or more assays used for the evaluation of vaccines and blood products (e.g., proteins, mRNA, viruses, coagulation factors, polysaccharides, chromatographic methods).
• Experience working in a laboratory setting.
• Excellent team‑working and communication skills.
• Good planning and time‑management skills.
• Ability to work accurately, following written and verbal instructions with attention to detail.

Person Specification

• Proficiency in performing laboratory assays required for testing biological samples in a CL2 laboratory.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions and ensure documents associated with laboratory testing are complete, accurate and comply with quality standards and regulations.
• Knowledge of document and records management, typically achieved through experience in a quality management system such as ISO

17025.

• Experience using a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) to ensure accurate data capture and review.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Demonstrated precision, adaptability and organisational skills.

To find out more about this opportunity, please read our Job Description and Person Specification.

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Closing date: 12th April 2026

Shortlisting date: from 15th April 2026

Interview date: from 27th April 2026

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