Laboratory Analyst

TERUMO BCT, INC

Larne

On-site

GBP 25,000 - 32,000

Full time

7 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Generous annual leave entitlement

Enhanced pension contribution

Employee assistance programme

Job summary

Terumo BCT Ltd. in Larne, Northern Ireland, is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join our Chemistry Laboratory team. You will help ensure the quality, safety and regulatory compliance of pharmaceutical products, working with a range of analytical techniques.

This role offers development in analytical methods, validation activities and continuous improvement within a highly regulated manufacturing environment. Some shift work may be required to support business needs.

Qualifications

Degree in Chemistry or closely related discipline or equivalent
Experience working in an analytical laboratory environment
Good understanding of GLP
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines
Flexibility with working hours including overtime and shift work

Responsibilities

Perform laboratory analysis based on documented methods and procedures
Assess raw materials and finished goods against test specifications
Contribute to process validation work linked to routine manufacture
Carry out routine calibration of laboratory equipment
Contribute to writing specifications and validation of methods
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain accurate analysis records
Organise and prioritise workload to meet deadlines
Support H&S and COSHH tasks
Participate in reference standards and stock checks
Undertake analytical training as needed

Skills

Attention to detail

Organisational skills

Multitasking

GLP understanding

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

HPLC

UV Spectroscopy

FTIR

Potentiometric Titration

Job description

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Laboratory Analyst

Date: Aug 14, 2026

LABORATORY ANALYST, CHEMISTRY

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Terumo BCT Ltd, based in Larne, manufactures a range of sterile fluids used in both human and veterinary healthcare. We are looking for a motivated Laboratory Analyst to join our Chemistry Laboratory team and play a key role in ensuring the quality, safety and compliance of our pharmaceutical products.

This is an excellent opportunity for a chemistry graduate or experienced laboratory professional seeking to develop their analytical expertise within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with a range of analytical techniques and contribute to continuous improvement, validation and quality initiatives across the business.

Please note that participation in shift work may be required to support business needs.

Duties will include:

As a Laboratory Analyst, you'll be responsible for carrying out a broad range of analytical activities that directly support product quality and regulatory compliance. Key responsibilities include:

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 to the writing of specifications, analytical methods and validation of methods.
Contribute and participate in ongoing continuous improvement initiatives
Assist in meeting ongoing metric driven goals and KPIs
Maintain neat and accurate analysis records.
Organising and prioritising own workloads to meet deadlines
Support H&S and COSSH tasks as and when required
Participating in periodic Reference Standard and chemical stock checks
Undertake analytical training courses, where necessary, to develop key skills deemed critical to business needs.

Applicants must possess:

Degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline, or equivalent relevant industry experience including HND or other chemistry-related higher level qualifications.
Experience working within an analytical laboratory environment.
Good understanding of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and work to challenging deadlines.
Flexible approach to working hours, including overtime and shift work when required.

Experience or knowledge in any of the following areas would be advantageous:

Pharmaceutical manufacturing or quality control environments.
Analytical method development and validation.
Equipment calibration and qualification.
HPLC, GC, Atomic Absorption (AA), UV Spectroscopy, FTIR and Potentiometric Titration.
ICH Quality Guidelines and validation requirements.

Applicants must clearly demonstrate how they meet all essential and desirable criteria, any applicants detected using AI will be excluded.

Why Join TerumoBCT?

At Terumo BCT, you'll be part of a team that supports products used in healthcare settings around the world. We offer the opportunity to:

Develop expertise in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.
Work with a diverse range of analytical instrumentation.
Contribute to meaningful projects that impact product quality and patient safety.
Participate in continuous improvement and Operational Excellence initiatives.
Build your career through ongoing technical training and development.

Additional benefits include: