Laboratory Analyst

TERUMO BCT, INC; Millbrook; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global healthcare company is seeking a Lab Analyst (Analytical Development) in Millbrook, Northern Ireland. As a Lab Analyst, you will perform laboratory analysis and execute testing according to established methods within a GMP environment. The role demands a strong background in QC Chemistry, experience with HPLC and UV, and compliance with industry regulations. Candidates must have a higher education qualification relevant to the field and be able to demonstrate professional experience in analytical testing. Apply by 5:00 pm on Sunday, 04 January 2026.

Qualifications

• Higher level qualification relevant to QC Chemistry laboratory.
• Experience in laboratory settings and GMP or ISO 17025 environments.
• Experience executing analytical testing and maintaining laboratory equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis based on documented methods.
• Conduct routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials and finished goods.
• Participate in process validation linked to pharmaceutical manufacture.

Skills

Laboratory analysis

Analytical testing

cGMP procedures

HPLC maintenance

UV maintenance

Education

HND or degree in Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Analysis

Tools

HPLC

UV spectrophotometer

Job description

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!

Laboratory Analyst

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.
• 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 experience 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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