Component Development Support Services

The function and smooth running of Component Development is supported by our Support Services Team. This team is made up of Quality Leads, Statisticians, Project Support, Lab Technicians, Business Administrators, Personal Assistants and Administrators.

You can learn more about the areas which make up our Support Services Team below.

Our support staff


Quality

Our Quality staff manage the effectiveness of the Quality Management system, including supplier and equipment management, change, incidents and audits. They also provide specialist quality support to Component Development. They ensure regulations and standards are being followed and help prepare for inspections, keeping Component Development compliant with national and European legislation.


Statisticians

Our Statisticians provide advice on study design and analysis and carry out statistical modelling to support translational research programmes and Component Development lab studies.


Project support officers

Our Project Support Officers support the delivery of translational research projects, coordinating activities between programme leads, project teams, and stakeholders to ensure successful outcomes.

Their activities include but are not limited to meeting management, budget management, risk and actions log management and management reporting.


Technical lab support team

Our technical lab support team assist through stock management, lab housekeeping, project support, quality assurance support, equipment validation, environmental monitoring systems, asset management, documentation, and regulatory compliance.

They contribute to validation studies, data collection, process evaluation and assessing the practical implementation of new developments within routine NHSBT operations.


Administrative hub

Our administrative hub includes Business Managers, PAs and Administrators, who between them support the broad administrative function of the Business.

They provide PA support, including diary management, events management, recruitment support, financials support, office management and training records.

Together they ensure the smooth running of our department.