Laboratory Scientist

Laboratory Scientist

Location: Craigavon, UK

Hours: 37.5 hours per week Monday-Friday

Salary: Competitive plus an excellent Benefits Package

Business Unit: Diagnostic Services

Open To: Internal and External applicants

Ref No.:HRJOB11527

Almac Diagnostics | Craigavon

Are you passionate about molecular biology and looking to apply your laboratory skills in a regulated, diagnostics-focused environment?

Almac Diagnostics is seeking a DX CR Laboratory Scientist to join our team in Craigavon. This role plays a key part in supporting the efficient and high-quality operation of our Diagnostics laboratories, contributing to molecular biology testing and ensuring results are generated in line with regulatory and quality standards.

The Role

As a Laboratory Scientist, you will be responsible for performing molecular biology analyses and supporting the day-to-day operation of the Diagnostics laboratories. Working as part of a collaborative team, you will ensure all laboratory activities are completed accurately, efficiently, and in full compliance with Almac Diagnostics’ procedures and regulatory requirements.

This role reports to the DX CR Operations Manager / Team Leader / Senior Laboratory Scientist and does not include people management responsibilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform molecular biology techniques in line with approved methods and SOPs
• Carry out quality control checks on samples and methods throughout laboratory processing
• Assist with calibration, maintenance, and operation of automated and non-automated laboratory equipment
• Support ordering, tracking, and maintenance of laboratory reagents, consumables, equipment, and glassware
• Receive, log, store, and dispose of customer samples in accordance with defined procedures
• Monitor short- and long-term sample storage
• Prepare buffers and reagents for laboratory processes
• Generate laboratory data and ensure accuracy and completeness of associated documentation
• Maintain high standards of housekeeping within the laboratory
• Identify and document non-conformances, supporting corrective actions with minimal disruption
• Assist in the generation, review, and revision of SOPs and quality documentation
• Ensure all laboratory tasks are carried out in compliance with internal SOPs, the Quality Manual, and relevant standards including ISO 17025
• Operate across Almac Diagnostics sites when required

What We’re Looking For

Essential Criteria

• Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Biology, Molecular Biology, or a related life sciences discipline
• Practical laboratory experience
• Ability to maintain a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage a varied and high-volume workload
• Effective communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

Desirable

• Experience with genomic and/or proteomic laboratory techniques
• Experience working in a clinical diagnostic laboratory environment

Why Join Almac Diagnostics?

At Almac, you’ll be part of a global organisation committed to quality, innovation, and patient impact. We offer a supportive, inclusive working environment where training, development, and continuous improvement are encouraged.

Further Information

For more information on the role responsibilities and the required essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to this job posting.

Apply Now

Apply online and tailor your CV to outline how you meet the essential criteria. Please upload your CV in PDF format where possible.

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Sunday 17th May 2026.

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE: Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CV’s received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.”