Laboratory Analyst - Entry Level

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd; Hawarden; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave 25 days rising to 30 + 8

Ability to Buy annual leave

Enhanced Company Sick Pay

Salary progression scheme

Celebrating Success recognition awards

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Personal Pension Plan

Car parking on-site

Job summary

ALS Laboratories (UK) Ltd is seeking a highly motivated Analyst (Level 1) to deliver high-quality analysis supporting operations. You will work in a collaborative environment, developing analytical skills while meeting customer requirements and adhering to health and safety policies.

Key duties include sample analysis to timescales, interpreting data, and maintaining KPI-driven service delivery. A scientific degree and basic lab experience are preferred, with training provided as needed.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject.
• Ideally, some laboratory experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to deliver instructional training and work effectively in a team.
• Good communication and excellent IT skills.

Responsibilities

• Complete sample analysis to required timescales and quality standards.
• Ensure samples meet compliance with the quality management system.
• Handle more complex analytical techniques with confidence.
• Interpret and report analytical data effectively.
• Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient sample workflows.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Teamwork

IT skills

Attention to detail

Education

Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject

Job description

At ALS, we encourage you to dream big. When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.

The Role

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Analyst (Level 1) to join our committed team. In this role, you will play a crucial part in delivering high-quality analysis to support our operations. Working within a supportive and collaborative environment, you’ll have the opportunity to develop advanced analytical skills while contributing to our mission of excellence. The position involves understanding and meeting customer requirements, troubleshooting and resolving equipment issues (including preventive maintenance), investigating and reporting non-conformance incidents on the QMS, training colleagues to required standards, performing safe manual handling of chemicals and equipment, and adhering to Health and Safety policies, including COSHH Risk Assessments and PPE requirements. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone eager to grow their career in science and analytics. Join us and make a meaningful impact in an environment that values precision, teamwork, and development.

About the Position

Hours Per Week: 37 Days Per Week: Monday - Friday, 7am until 3pm Contract: Full Time & Permanent Salary: £25,878

The day to day

• Complete sample analysis to required timescales and quality standards.
• Ensure samples meet compliance with our quality management system.
• Handle more complex analytical techniques with confidence.
• Interpret and report analytical data effectively.
• Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure efficient sample workflows.

The Essentials

• Degree or equivalent in a scientific subject.
• Ideally, some laboratory experience.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• The ability to deliver instructional training and work effectively in a team.
• Good communication and excellent IT skills.

Our benefits include:

• Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)
• Ability to Buy annual leave.
• Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme
• Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.
• ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards
• Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.
• Learning/study support
• Group Personal Pension Plan
• Car Parking on-site

Working at ALS The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world. Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence. At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us. We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.

Everyone Matters ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued. ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.

Eligibility

To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.