Laboratory Assistant

Randox; Warrington; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 25,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in diagnostics is seeking a full-time Laboratory Assistant at their Warrington lab. Responsibilities include assisting with routine clinical testing, operating laboratory analyzers, and maintaining inventory. Essential criteria include A level qualifications in a science subject, team collaboration, and availability for shifting hours. The role offers an opportunity to contribute to impactful healthcare solutions. Applicants should note that public transport may not be accessible for the shift finishes.

Qualifications

• Qualified to at least A level or equivalent in a science subject.
• Available to work the evening hours mentioned.
• Access to own transport for shift and location.

Responsibilities

• Assist with routine clinical testing in the laboratory.
• Operate and maintain laboratory analyzers.
• Adhere to strict chain of custody procedures.

Skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Computer literacy

Education

A level or equivalent in a science subject

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemistry or a life science

Job description

Randox are a world leader in diagnostics for clinical healthcare, toxicology, and food security. Our expertise and product portfolio have assisted laboratories across the world in improving health and saving lives. Our global success is a result of our pioneering products, the commitment and skill of our workforce, which continues to grow.

We have multiple opportunities for full time Laboratory Assistants at our laboratory in Warrington . In this role you will be working with samples from both our Randox Health clinics and 3rd parties in our busy Warrington laboratory.

Location

Unit 2 Bishops Court. Warrington, WA2 8QY.

Contract Offered

Full time (40 hours per week), permanent.

Working Hours / Shifts

Full time – 40 hours per week : Alternating between 1.20pm to 10pm and 8 : 40am to 5 : 20pm across Monday to Friday and Tuesday to Saturday

Please note due to the working hours and location of our laboratory, public transport is not accessible for the shift finish times.

What does this role involve?

This role is responsible for assisting with routine clinical testing in our laboratory. The main duties of the role include :

• Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs).
• Receipt and accession of external, Randox Health, Clinical Trial, Internal R&D, Production, EQA and QC Samples for Analysis.
• Specimen Analysis, Storage and Disposal.
• Maintenance of Sample Inventory.
• Strict adherence to chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process.
• Operation and Maintenance of SYSMEX XS-1000i Haematology, Urinalysis and Erythrocyte Sedimentation Rate (ESR) analysers.
• Ownership of External Quality Control (EQA) Schemes for Urine Dipstick, Urine Chemistries and Full Blood Count involving the review, filing and storage of quality control records.
• Maintenance of Stock Control in laboratory.
• Removal of expired products.
• The preparation of specimens for transportation to ensure that their stability is safeguarded during shipment to the appropriate analytical laboratory.
• Recording and monitoring of temperatures for laboratory equipment.

Who can apply?

Essential criteria

• Qualified to at least A level or equivalent in a science subject.
• Available to work the evening hours mentioned above.
• Access to own transport to cover the shift time / location of our site.
• Ability to work as a team member of a cross-functional team.
• Attention to detail.
• Be computer literate.

Desirable

• Bachelor’s degree in a Biochemistry or a life science.
• Previous laboratory experience.
• Previous experience in a busy laboratory environment

How do I apply?

Click Apply on the site of this advertisement. You will then submit your CV to Randox for review (quick and easy process). This advert may be open for as long as 30 days, although we may close the advert early, if we receive sufficient applicants.