Lab Analyst

Intertek; Northampton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading testing and certification company in Northampton is seeking a Lab Analyst to support their Materials Testing Lab. Responsibilities include sample logging, laboratory calibration, and contributing to a quality management system. Candidates must have GCSEs in English, Maths, and Science, along with hands-on wet-lab analysis experience. Ideal applicants will possess excellent communication skills and the ability to manage their workload efficiently. This position offers a competitive salary and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Career development opportunities

Dynamic working environment

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification in English, Maths, and Science (or equivalent).
• UK Driver's Licence holder.
• Hands-on experience in sample preparation and wet-lab analysis.
• Experience working with pathogenic organisms in a Containment Level 2 facility.
• Knowledge of ISO 17025 and ISO 14001 standards.

Responsibilities

• Log samples and communicate effectively with clients.
• Maintain weekly and monthly calibration schedules.
• Participate in laboratory Quality Management System.
• Manage project workload based on business priorities.
• Ensure efficiency of laboratory time and equipment.

Skills

Sample preparation

Wet-lab analysis

Good communication

Time-management

Education

GCSE in English, Maths, and Science

Degree-level experience in chemistry or biology

Tools

Excel

Word

Data-retention systems

Job description

The role's key purpose is to support the Materials Testing Lab for Intertek's global client base. Working within the Intertek UK team in a wet‑lab, the Lab Analyst will work closely with clients to evaluate their products and conduct a series of chemical and biological testing to the applicable test standards. The role may also involve working across departments and divisions within Intertek, providing technical support to operations, sales and marketing.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring timely logging of samples, communication to clients and preparations of materials and samples to be tested in the laboratory
• Ensuring weekly and monthly calibration schedule for analysers is maintained
• Participate in the laboratory Quality Management System (e.g. CAPA, RCA and EIA)
• Participate in stock management of laboratory consumables
• Planning and organising project workload based upon business priorities and specific project deliverables
• Reporting daily, weekly and monthly progress on projects to your line manager
• Maximising efficiency of laboratory time and equipment to achieve the required quality and timeliness of reports
• Reviewing technical correctness of all deliverables originating from your peers, including letter reports, test reports and certificates
• Providing information on project content, timelines and schedule to customers

Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum qualification: English, Maths and a Science‑based GCSE (or equivalent), with relevant experience considered
• UK Driver's Licence holder
• Good IT skills, experience with Excel, Word and data‑retention systems
• Hands‑on experience in sample preparation and wet‑lab analysis
• Good laboratory skills and manual dexterity
• Ability to communicate effectively with customers and team members
• Ability to manage own workload and excellent time‑management skills; degree‑level experience in a scientific subject with a strong emphasis on wet‑lab work (e.g. chemistry or biology)
• Experience working within potentially pathogenic organisms in a Containment Level 2 or similar facility
• Experience in an ISO 17025 and ISO 14001 laboratory
• Experience and knowledge of BS 6920/WRAS/DWI
• Knowledge and experience of certification schemes
• Experience generating test reports for customers and certification purposes

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Development and career opportunities around the globe
• Highly motivated team and dynamic working environment

Intertek operates a preferred supplier arrangement and we do not accept unsolicited approaches from agencies.

Join Intertek and become part of our global network of inspiring and entrepreneurial colleagues. We are a global family that values diversity and thrive working together with precision, pace and passion. We are working to make the world Ever Better by ensuring the quality, safety and sustainability of products and services used by millions of people worldwide.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer who do not discriminate against applicants. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex or national origin.