Laboratory Analyst

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Lab Analyst. The role is in ADC within the Lab or instrumentation space.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:

• The Laboratory/Instrumentation Analyst has responsibility for Raw Material, Intermediate and Drug Substance testing to meet compliance requirements and customer targets. The Analyst may also take a leadership role in change or improvement projects in ADC or at a site level.
• The Laboratory/Instrumentation Analyst is responsible for ensuring all testing/instrument activities comply with cGMP. The Laboratory Analyst assures compliance with all safety and environmental requirements.
• Test (ensure test instrumentation) of Raw Materials, Intermediates, Drug Substance, Drug  products is in accordance with Quality Standard and/or other approved protocols.
• To adhere and comply with department High Performance Analytical Behaviours.
• Complete the investigation of laboratory/instrument OOSs in line with site and divisional procedures.
• Complete documentation checks (e.g. PCR’s, ACRs, Deviations) as required for the Drug Substance/Drug Product  test package prior to release.
• To complete testing as required on samples/instruments to support process changes.
• Accountable for own laboratory safety practices.
• Provide leadership in the laboratory aspects of OOS investigations.
• To identify and aid resolution of analytical issues within the IPT laboratory.
• To be a resource for analytical testing or instrument support for the site as required.
• Execute specific assignments (e.g. stability programme, instrument management and other systems) in a comprehensive manner and under minimum supervision.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Minimum of BSc in Chemistry or related discipline
• Analytical chemistry – demonstrated ability in all technical elements relevant to site ADC IPT operation
• Technical lab skills (precision, etc)
• Strong aptitude for handling analytical instruments
• Team and interpersonal skills
• Leadership skills
• Have knowledge of GMP standards
• Have knowledge Laboratory safety standards
• Must have good communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Must be motivated, focused and technically strong.
• To perform analytical testing with a high degree of precision and accuracy
• To perform instrument maintenance and troubleshooting
• To maintain accurate records in compliance with GMP expectations
• To communicate clearly and concisely on technical issues

As a company, we are committed to ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. 

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Accountability, Adaptability, Analytical Testing, GMP Compliance, Improvement Projects, Incoming Quality Assurance, Laboratory Analysis, Laboratory Safety, Leadership, Pharmaceutical Quality Control (QC), Quality Standards, Safety Procedures, Test and Evaluation (T&E)

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Business Operations, Business Process Testing, cGMP Regulations, Change Management, Chemistry, Communication, Competency Mapping, Computer Networking, Documentations, Educational Leadership, Engineering Leadership, Immunoassays, Immunochemistry, INCOMING RAW MATERIAL INSPECTION, Initiative Activity, Innovation, Laboratory Testing, Manufacturing, Materials Testing, Organizational Behavior, PCR Analysis, Product Management Leadership, Regulatory Compliance {+ 3 more}

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

12/12/2025

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