Laboratory Manager

Software Engineering; England; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in blood management is seeking a Laboratory Manager for QC Chemistry in Larne. The role involves overseeing Quality Control activities, ensuring compliance with regulations, and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry and significant experience in a laboratory setting, particularly within a pharmaceutical or medical device environment. Strong communication and problem-solving skills are essential for success in this dynamic role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Chemistry Laboratory.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Pharmaceutical or Medical Device environment.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate all analytical Quality Control work.
• Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures and specifications.
• Manage CAPA investigations and develop verification plans.

Skills

Effective written and oral communication

Strong data interpretation

Problem-solving skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Job description

Job Title: Laboratory Manager – QC Chemistry

Date: May 12, 2025

Location: Larne Millbrook, ANT, GB

Company: Terumo BCT, Inc.

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 Laboratory Manager in QC Chemistry to join our team in Larne. Come join us today!

The successful candidate will oversee activities related to Quality Control within the Analytical Chemistry team, ensuring compliance with internal, regulatory, and customer requirements, and engaging in continuous improvement initiatives.

Responsibilities:

1. Supervise and coordinate all analytical Quality Control work in accordance with approved methods and systems, ensuring no materials or products that fail specifications are used or dispatched.
2. Interface with production to implement additional testing where necessary to ensure high confidence in processes.
3. Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures, specifications, validation protocols, and product specifications.
4. Review and approve raw materials, in-process materials, components, and finished goods analytical results.
5. Assist in developing and validating new analytical methods and specifications.
6. Ensure all laboratory materials are ordered and reference samples are maintained for inspections and testing.
7. Apply root cause analysis tools to investigate, review, and report Out-of-Specification (OOS) results.
8. Manage CAPA investigations and develop verification of effectiveness (VoE) plans.
9. Monitor and report on laboratory metrics, including improvement and quality goals.
10. Coordinate calibration and validation of laboratory instrumentation.
11. Collaborate with R&D on test method re-validation programs.
12. Maintain competency assessment plans for Analytical Chemistry staff.
13. Ensure compliance with GMP standards.
14. Liaise with other departments as needed.
15. Assist with investigating customer complaints as required.
16. Reallocate resources to meet urgent testing needs.
17. Support the implementation and revision of the site quality system.
18. Participate in internal and external audits and respond to findings.

Educational Qualifications:

• A degree in Chemistry or a closely related subject.

Experience:

• Minimum 5 years of experience in a Chemistry Laboratory.
• At least 2 years’ experience in a Pharmaceutical or Medical Device environment.
• Experience managing staff.
• Knowledge of current EP/USP methods.

Skills:

• Effective written and oral communication.
• Strong data interpretation and problem-solving skills.

If you are ready to make a significant impact in a dynamic and collaborative environment, please submit your CV via our Terumo BCT careers portal, mySource, before 5:00 pm on Monday, 26 May 2025. Ensure your CV clearly demonstrates how you meet the required criteria to avoid disqualification.

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