Laboratory Analyst (Chemistry) Tlnt1_Ni

Terumo Bct Ltd; Larne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Shift allowance

Annual bonus

Enhanced pension contribution

Healthcare Cash Plan

Career development and training

Job summary

Terumo BCT Ltd in Larne (Northern Ireland) is seeking a Laboratory Analyst to join the Chemistry Laboratory team. The role focuses on ensuring quality, safety and regulatory compliance for pharmaceutical products within a highly regulated manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will gain experience with a range of analytical techniques, contribute to validation and continuous improvement, and may participate in shift work to support business needs.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related discipline or equivalent experience.
• Experience in analytical laboratory environment.
• Good understanding of GLP.
• Flexible with shift work and overtime.

Responsibilities

• Perform laboratory analysis based on documented analytical methods.
• Assess raw materials, finished goods and routine/non-routine analyses.
• Participate in process validation related to pharmaceutical manufacture.
• Maintain calibration and ensure equipment is in good working order.
• Assist in writing specifications, methods and validation of methods.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and KPI achievement.
• Maintain accurate analysis records and organise workload to meet deadlines.

Skills

Analytical skills

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related

Tools

HPLC

GC

Atomic Absorption (AA)

UV Spectroscopy

FTIR

Potentiometric Titration

Job description

LABORATORY ANALYST, CHEMISTRY 26_24 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

• 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.

Desirable Criteria

• 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.

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

• Competitive salary, offering above market rate subject to experience Shift allowance (if applicable) Annual bonus scheme Enhanced pension contribution Healthcare Cash Plan Employee assistance programme Career development and training opportunities Generous annual leave entitlement

Benefits

• Competitive Salary Annual Bonus Scheme Enhanced Pension Contribution Healthcare Cash Plan Employee Assistance Programme Generous Annual Leave Entitlement