Senior Research Ethics and Governance Coordinator

Applications are invited for a Senior Research and Ethics Governance Coordinator to work in the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI). The Institute is a world-leading centre for stem cell research with a mission to transform human health through a deep understanding of stem and progenitor cell biology (http://www.stemcells.cam.ac.uk).

This role is based in the Jeffrey Cheah Biomedical Centre located on the Cambridge Biomedical Campus.

The post holder will be responsible for managing and coordinating aspects of the Cambridge Stem Cell Institute (CSCI) tissue collection/storage for the newly awarded Discovery Research Platform (DRP), funded by the Wellcome Trust. They will also undertake the role of Deputy Biosafety Officer in the CSCI. The role of the Governance Coordinator is to assist with a wide range of tasks to ensure that governance and ethics standards are maintained across the CSCI. The post-holder will manage the Human Tissue Authority audits and Standard Operating Procedures and Policies, as well as all relevant Biosafety documents. The role holder will provide advice to researchers and/or other staff from the CSCI with regards to any Ethical queries and Biological safety matters.

A suitable candidate will be educated to at least degree level/Level 7 vocational qualification or equivalent experience. They should have knowledge and experience of the Human Tissue Act and experience of managing complex projects. Candidates should be experienced users of Microsoft Office. They should be flexible, with the ability to communicate at all levels and be well-organised so as to manage conflicting deadlines.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Danielle Daft, Research Manager: dmj34@cam.ac.uk.

Once an offer of employment has been accepted, the successful candidate will be required to undergo a basic disclosure (criminal records check) check and a health assessment.

We welcome applications from individuals who wish to be considered for flexible working arrangements.

To apply online for this vacancy and to view further information about the role, please click the 'Apply' button above.

Please ensure that you outline how you match the criteria for the post and why you are applying for this role on the online Application form.

Please include details of your referees, including email address and phone number, one of which must be your most recent line manager.

The closing date for applications is: 1st April 2024

The interview date for the role is: To be confirmed

Please quote reference PS40025 on your application and in any correspondence about this vacancy.

The University actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society.

The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.

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