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Iffy

Iffy

Medical Laboratory Assistant

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HarlowMember since September 10, 2026
receiving, checking and labelling specimens against identification criteriaspecimen preparation and processingsample storage, traceability and chain of custodyQC/QA monitoring and reportingSOPsGLPCOSHH and risk assessmentsinfection control and biosafetyPCR/qPCRELISAWestern blottingmammalian cell cultureaseptic microbiologyreagent and consumables preparationoperating and troubleshooting laboratory equipmentdata entry on laboratory and hospital systemsdocumentation and notebook standardsNHS Information Governancepatient confidentialityUK GDPRPythonSQLMicrosoft OfficeGraphPad PrismImageJworking under senior scientistsmentoringproblem-solvingflexible shift-based working
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receiving, checking and labelling specimens against identification criteriaspecimen preparation and processingsample storage, traceability and chain of custodyQC/QA monitoring and reportingSOPs

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Biotechnology graduate with five years of laboratory experience in microbiology, molecular biology, and clinical assay work, now applying it in an NHS patient-data role. Skilled in specimen handling, QC/QA and GMP/GLP-compliant procedures, with Python and SQL for data analysis. NHS Information Governance certified; exceeded while safeguarding patient confidentiality.

Critical

Thinker with strong analytical and research strengths in laboratory work, data, and healthcare administration in a Medical Laboratory Assistant role.

Experience

Outpatient Booking Officer at Hertfordshire and West Essex NHS Trust (2026-08 – 2026-10)

  • Exceeded a daily target of 70 patients by consistently processing 120 patients per day (+71.4% above target), while maintaining accuracy and data quality.
  • Process and maintain patient records on the hospital Patient Administration System (PAS), book and reschedule outpatient appointments accurately and in line with Trust procedures.
  • Apply NHS Information Governance, patient confidentiality and data protection principles when handling sensitive patient information.
  • Manage a high-volume workload through effective prioritisation, supporting efficient patient flow and operational efficiency.
  • Liaise with clinical staff and respond to patient telephone enquiries with professionalism, clarity and empathy.

Laboratory Research Scientist at University of Aberdeen (2025-06 – 2025-08)

  • Performed mammalian cell culture (PANC-1 and HEK293) using strict aseptic techniques and written procedures for handling biological materials.
  • Prepared and processed samples for qPCR, fluorometry and cell-based assays, verifying sample integrity before use.
  • Maintained laboratory notebooks and records to required standards and entered experimental data accurately for reporting.

Quality Control Analyst at Afrab Chem Ltd (2023-01 – 2023-10)

  • Performed microbiological testing and aseptic bacterial culture in strict compliance with GMP/GLP standards and SOPs, supporting QC and QA processes.
  • Prepared and standardised culture media, reagents and sterile solutions for routine sample processing, verifying suitability for use before proceeding.
  • Maintained accurate, traceable documentation; identified and reported deviations and losses of performance to support the quality management system.
  • Conducted COSHH reviews and risk assessments, and safely handled hazardous, toxic and flammable chemical and biological materials in line with EHS policy and biosafety protocols.

Laboratory Research Scientist at Department of Biochemistry, Babcock University (2021-10 – 2022-05)

  • Performed ELISA and biochemical assays on animal samples, managing full ethical and experimental documentation.
  • Processed multi-variable datasets accurately and translated raw results into clear reports.

Cancer Research Scientist – In Vivo Studies at Department of Biochemistry, University of Ibadan (2021-01 – 2021-06)

  • Received, checked and processed biological samples (serum, tissue and organs) across a 28-day study, following OECD guidelines and written procedures throughout.
  • Carried out biomarker and biochemical assays with a strong focus on accuracy and sample integrity.
  • Managed study databases and notebooks across multiple concurrent projects, ensuring records were complete, traceable and correctly labelled.

Education

MSc in Biotechnology and Bioinformatics – University of Aberdeen (2025)

BSc (Hons) in Biochemistry – Babcock University (2022)

GCSE Equivalent (WASSCE) – Marywood Girls' College (2018)

Skills

Medical Laboratory Assistant

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