Laboratory Analyst – Glasgow (Job Ref: 26/LBGS)
Location: 150 Howard St, Glasgow, G1 4ET.
Contract Offered: Full-time, permanent.
Working Hours / Shifts: 4 on, 4 off: either 7am to 7pm or 9am to 9pm.
Vaccination Requirement: For this position, as you may be in contact with live blood samples, you must be vaccinated against Hepatitis B or be able to get it following a successful interview stage.
Right to Work Requirement
Please note that this role requires candidates to have the legal right to work in the UK for a minimum of 12 months from the application date. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship at the point of hire.
What does this role involve?
* Routine use of the Laboratory Information Management System (LIMs).
* The performance of various analytical procedures including various manual screening and automated methods covering a wide variety of clinical diagnostic tests.
* The preparation and handling of samples and diagnostic reagents.
* The operation of various automated analytical systems such as the Bosch Vivalytic.
* The accurate maintenance of analytical records.
* Strict adherence to chain of custody procedures throughout the analytical process.
* The routine maintenance and calibration of analytical instrumentation.
* The preparation of specimens for transportation to ensure that their stability is safeguarded during shipment to the appropriate analytical laboratory.
* Recording and monitoring of temperature for Laboratory and Equipment.
* Perform troubleshooting on technical issues associated with Clinical Diagnostic Testing.
* Ensuring that all the necessary Quality Control checks are completed daily and that they meet internal criteria.
* Participation in Quality Audits.
Essential Qualifications
* Qualified to at least degree level in Biochemistry or a life science.
* Demonstrable experience of working with strong attention to detail.
* Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills.
* Excellent communication and organisational skills.
* Currently have the right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship.
Desirable Qualifications
* Practical experience using automated analysers.
* 1 year laboratory‑based experience as Scientist or a Lab Analyst.
* Experience in a private healthcare setting.
* Working knowledge of quality systems.
* Working knowledge of Health and Safety, including CoSHH.
* Flexibility to work overtime when needed.
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