Lab Analyst (Analytical Development)
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Terumo BCT is a Global leader in blood management, blood safety, therapeutic apheresis, cell therapy and cell collections. We have an exciting opportunity for a Lab Analyst (Analytical Development) to join Terumo BCT- Larne. Come join us today!
The successful candidate will execute testing according to analytical methods and ensure all laboratory equipment is calibrated and maintained. They will conform to Terumo BCT Ltd. Policies and follow procedures in Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Performing laboratory analysis based on documented analytical methods and procedures.
- Analysis to the appropriate test specification of raw materials, finished goods and any other routine and non-routine analysis as required
- Participate in process validation work linked to routine manufacture of pharmaceuticals.
- Carry out routine internal calibration activities of laboratory equipment and ensure that all such equipment is maintained in good working order.
- Contribute and participate in ongoing continuous improvement initiatives.
- Perform additional investigations for out-of-specification (OOS) samples and related non-conformances.
- Assist in meeting ongoing metric-driven goals and KPIs.
- Maintain neat and accurate analysis records.
- Organise and prioritise own workload to meet deadlines.
- Support H&S and COSSH tasks as and when required.
- Participate in periodic Reference Standard and chemical stock checks
- Undertake analytical training courses, where necessary, to develop key skills deemed critical to business needs.
- Assist in the training of other associates as required.
Qualifications and Experience
- Higher level qualification (e.g. HND or degree) in a discipline highly relevant to testing in QC Chemistry laboratory (e.g. chemistry, pharmaceutical analysis)
- Previous experience of working in a laboratory
Desirable Skills
- Previous experience of executing analytical testing in a GMP or ISO 17025 environment
- Demonstrable professional experience (i.e. time in industry) of cGMP
- Demonstrable professional experience (i.e. time in industry) of use/maintenance/calibration of HPLC, UV
- Demonstrable professional (i.e. time in industry) of working to ICH Quality guidelines for Stability and Validation. (ICH Q1 and ICH Q2)
If you're ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your CV via our Terumo BCT career’s portal mySource before the closing date of 5:00 pm on Wednesday, 10 June 2026.
You must clearly demonstrate on your CV / application how you meet the required criteria as failure to do so may result in you not being shortlisted.
Join us in driving progress and supporting patients locally and across the globe every day by Contributing to Society Through Healthcare!
Applicants must be eligible to work in the UK without the need for employer sponsorship. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
Candidates who have applied for this position within the last 6 months need not reapply.
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