Clinical Lab Analyst

Clinical Laboratory Analyst (Night Shifts) – Antrim (Job Ref: 26N/LANS)

Randox Laboratories are seeking applications from candidates to join our Clinical laboratory team based at our Randox Science Park (Antrim Town). We are seeking individuals who excel in dynamic, fast-paced settings and can effectively manage multiple tasks with competing deadlines. This role requires the ability to remain focused, make sound decisions, and deliver results under challenging circumstances.
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If you are motivated by problem-solving in high-pressure situations and can maintain a calm, efficient demeanour while ensuring quality and consistency, we want you to join our team. 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

Location: Randox Science Park, 30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF.

Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts: 4 on, 4 off, 7pm to 7am. (Night shift allowance given between 10pm and 6am)

For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage.

Right to Work Requirement
Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. This is to ensure completion of our 9-month probationary period and for any potential sponsorship decisions to be considered. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire.

This role is responsible for routine clinical testing in our laboratory. The main duties of the role include:

• Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs).
• The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests.
• The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents.
• The operation of various automated analytical systems such as Rx Daytona Plus, Rx Imola and Siemens Immulite XPi.
• The accurate maintenance of analytical records.
• Strict adherence to chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process.
• The routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation.
• Recording and Monitoring of temperature for Laboratory and Equipment.
• Perform troubleshooting on technical issues associated with Clinical Diagnostic Testing.
• Ensuring that all the necessary Quality Control checks are completed daily and that they meet internal criteria.
• Participation in Quality Audits.

Essential:

• Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry or a life science.
• Demonstrable experience of working with strong attention to detail.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.

Desirable:

• 1 year laboratory-based experience as Scientist or a Lab Analyst. 
• Practical experience using automated analysers.
• Experience in a private healthcare setting.
• Flexibility to assist in overtime.
• Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH.