Scientist

Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products, the commitment and skill of our workforce, which continues to grow.

We are currently looking to hire experienced Scientists within our team based in Warrington. The successful candidate will be conducting rapid onsite testing for multiple Point of Care clinical and / or molecular tests. Responsible for the processing of Blood and other samples from Randox Health or third-party clinics.

Location: Unit 2 Bishops Court. Warrington, WA2 8QY.

Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts: 4 on, 4 off: 7pm to 7am and 7am to 7pm alternating shift pattern.

Please note due to the working hours and location of our laboratory, public transport is not accessible for the shift finish times.

What does this role involve?

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.
• The preparation of specimens for transportation to ensure that their stability is safeguarded during shipment to the appropriate analytical laboratory.
• 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:

• Minimum 1 year laboratory-based experience as Scientist or a Lab Analyst.
• Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry or a life science.
• Demonstrable experience of working with strong attention to detail.
• Able to undertake both days and night shift patterns (more info above)
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Desirable:

• Practical experience using automated analysers.
• Experience in a private healthcare setting.
• Working knowledge of quality systems
• Working knowledge of Health & Safety (CoSHH).

How do I apply? (Fast process)

Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review.

About Randox:

An international company operating in over 145 countries that continues to have unparalleled growth, Randox Laboratories was at the centre 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.