Clinical Laboratory Analyst

Randox Laboratories; Glasgow; On-site; GBP 29,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Randox Laboratories in Glasgow is hiring a Clinical Laboratory Analyst to join a fast‑paced diagnostics team. You will perform routine clinical testing, handle samples and reagents, and operate automated analysers and LIMS to support quality control and timely results.

The role requires a Biochemistry or life science degree, strong attention to detail, and excellent analytical and communication skills. UK right to work and Hep B vaccination may be required.

Qualifications

• Qualified to degree level in Biochemistry or life science.
• Strong attention to detail and analytical thinking.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine clinical testing using LIMS and automated methods.
• Prepare samples and reagents, maintain records and custody.
• Calibrate instruments and monitor quality control daily.
• Troubleshoot analytical issues and participate in audits.

Skills

Biochemistry degree

Attention to detail

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Education

Biochemistry or life science degree

Tools

LIMS

Automated analysers

Quality systems

Job description

Clinical Laboratory Analyst - Glasgow (Job Ref: 26/LAGW)

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 Laboratory Analysts within our team based in Glasgow. The successful candidate will be conducting rapid onsite testing for multiple Point of Care clinical and / or molecular tests. The role will be responsible for the processing of blood and other samples from Randox Health or third-party clinics.

Location: 150 Howard St, Glasgow, G1 4ET.

Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts: 4 on, 4 off: 8am to 8pm and 8pm to 8am.

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.

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 the Bosch Vivalytic.
• 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:

• 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:

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

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.

Additionally, as 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 and the commitment & skill of our workforce, which continue to grow exponentially.

Central to the Randox ethos is our drive and determination to improve healthcare worldwide and every one of our talented staff play a role in this. In order to serve our growing international markets, we require high calibre applicants with scientific, engineering, software, and broader business skills - including sales, marketing, logistics, finance and many more. Join the Randox team and play your part in improving the health of millions.