Laboratory Analyst

Terumo Blood and Cell Technologies; Larne; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in healthcare solutions is seeking a Lab Analyst (Analytical Development) to join their team in Larne. This role involves performing laboratory analysis according to established methods, ensuring equipment calibration, and participating in GMP compliance. The ideal candidate will have a higher-level qualification in a relevant discipline and previous laboratory experience. Desirable skills include experience in a GMP environment and knowledge of HPLC. Applications should be submitted via the career portal by 5:00 pm on 04 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Higher level qualification (e.g. HND or degree) in a relevant discipline.
• Previous experience of working in a laboratory.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis based on documented analytical methods.
• Execute routine internal calibration activities of laboratory equipment.
• Participate in process validation work linked to pharmaceuticals.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Calibration of laboratory equipment

GMP compliance

Analytical testing

Education

Higher level qualification in chemistry or pharmaceutical analysis

Tools

HPLC

UV equipment

Job description

Lab Analyst (Analytical Development)

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 Sunday, 04 January 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.

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