Tallulah Armstrong

Clinical trials professional with 2+ years of experience working with the Clinical Infection Research Group within NHS Lothian. Experienced in working to ICH-GCP standards, biological sample processing and tracking, source documentation, and the maintenance of Trial Site Files and regulatory records. Qualified with an MEng in Biomedical Engineering and prior quality-controlled laboratory experience resulting in a varied skill set.

Works effectively within multidisciplinary clinical teams and brings accuracy and organisation to fast-paced, protocol-driven environments.

Clinical Trials Assistant, Clinical Infection Research Group at NHS Lothian (2024-10 – Present)

• Supported the setup and day-to-day activity of multiple concurrent clinical trials in accordance with ICH-GCP guidelines, covering study documentation and regulatory compliance
• Screened potential participants against protocol eligibility criteria and supported the informed consent process alongside the clinical team
• Performed venepuncture and biological sample collection for research participants
• Processed, stored and tracked biological samples to protocol-specific standards, maintaining full chain-of-custody records
• Maintained essential study documentation in audit-ready condition
• Performed accurate data collection and entry into Electronic Data Capture systems such as REDCap and Medidata, resolving discrepancies to ensure data integrity
• Monitored research inventory and maintained equipment readiness in line with safety and quality standards

Laboratory Technician, iFOBT at Douglass Hanley Moir Pathology (2023-11 – 2024-03)

• Responsible for the receipt and processing of samples into the laboratory
• Processed samples and ensured correct logging of details into system prior to testing
• Prepared and tested samples, ensuring errors were caught early so testing could be re-run where required
• Performed regular Quality Control procedures and maintenance on the machines to ensure accurate results
• Carried out Data Entry to ensure accurate result reporting

Laboratory DNA Technician, Custom Primers at Thermo Fisher Scientific (2022-09 – 2023-10)

• Responsible for manufacturing customised oligonucleotides by following established standard operating procedures and work instructions
• Operated semi-automated (liquid handling robots/ High-performance liquid chromatography machines) and automated equipment
• Performed routine trouble-shooting on machines and carried out in-process quality testing whilst complying with ISO standards and good documentation practices
• Managing multiple tasks to ensure product production flowed without delay
• Worked in a laboratory-safe manner and ensuring awareness of COSHH and risk assessments

MEng in Biomedical Engineering – University of Glasgow (2017 – 2022)