Laboratory Analyst

Randox Laboratories are seeking applications from candidates to join our Randox laboratory. The successful candidate will be trained in Clinical and Molecular testing for full body health check specimen testing- Blood analysis, liver/Kidney function tests, hormone testing, sexual health markers etc. This is an excellent opportunity to join an expanding company that can offer career progression and job security. This is a full-time, permanent position.

These roles will be based at our Lab in Antrim, Northern Ireland.

The role:

• The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostics.
• Routine use of Randox laboratory’s information systems
• The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents.
• The operation of various automated analytical systems
• Ensuring that all laboratory-based testing for Molecular diagnostics is conducted accurately and in conjunction with RCLS standard operating procedures and in-line with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO/IEC 15189 Standards.
• Responsibility and management of hygiene practices including appropriate cleaning of equipment, all analytical instruments, and surfaces to limit contamination.
• Individual must be flexible in working hours if required.

The Candidate:

Essential:

• Qualified to at least degree level in Biomedical Science or related Life Science degree (2:1)
• Possess excellent communication skills (written and verbal)
• Proficiency in computing literacy

Desirable:

• Practical experience in an automated laboratory or diagnostic environment.
• Working knowledge of quality systems.
• Working knowledge of health and safety
• Ability to operate various analysers and analytical instrumentation 

About Randox:

An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories has been the heartbeat of the UK’s National COVID Testing Programme throughout the pandemic. In early 2020 Randox recognised the threat from COVID-19 and, based on over 40 years of diagnostic experience, quickly developed a test to accurately identify the virus.  Testing at scale commenced within weeks to support the UK’s National Testing Programme and private clients alike. Through the enormous effort and commitment of its staff Randox is currently operating at a capacity of 180,000 COVID-19 samples per day, making it the most productive laboratory in the UK and Ireland and amongst the very largest in Europe.