Career vacancy: Laboratory Analyst

Test Labs are looking for a Laboratory Analyst to join our microbiology team within our Medical Device research and test laboratory at Peterborough.

Do you have what it takes to be one of the Test Labs team?

We are looking for people who challenge themselves, to set goals, and go above and beyond what is required of them in their role, to achieve these.

Our people passionately strive for excellence which you will see in their careful attention to detail. We are inquisitive and we like to understand, not just for the sake of more knowledge but to fuel our innovation in delivering best services, and solutions for our customers. We call this resourcefulness, and a sense that perfection is only just good enough.

We believe that for you to enjoy success in your work, you must apply energy and focus to the tasks you have to do every day. We like to give you the opportunity to stretch yourself beyond your natural ‘comfort zone’ in the knowledge that you will be guided by your inner principles to do the right thing by the business, your colleagues and our customers.

These core values are at the heart of what we do and are easier to feel than to talk about. Show us these and we will enjoy having you on the team at Test Labs!

What do we do?

At its core, Test Labs is a Medical Device Contract Research Laboratory, accredited to ISO 17025, providing expertise in clinical evaluation and validation of medical devices. We provide a focused range of MedTech testing solutions that excel medical device approval process during product journey to market.

What are we looking for in this position?

The Laboratory Analyst will be responsible for contributing and supporting to routine testing of products, assisting with developments in the lab, perform procedures and adhere to the quality compliance standards.

What will you do?

• Always uphold our company core values; Hungry, Humble, Smart
• Contribute and support in a program of routine testing of products and technology including medical device.
• Support and conduct testing for material compatibility of products such as biocides, medical devices and disinfectant technologies.
• Support and conduct the testing of products at various points of their development and diagnosis of test failures down to component and software level
• Support and conduct testing for material compatibility of products such as biocides, medical devices and disinfectant technologies.
• Support and conduct the testing of products at various points of their development and diagnosis of test failures down to component and software level
• Provide information and support to create detailed and accurate test reports
• Support in the development of test methods and procedures
• Support with the implementation of test methods to identify product failures
• Support with the identification of corrective action to allow further product development stages
• Maintain testing equipment, calibration records and master equipment inventory
• Perform calibration procedures in order to issue calibration certificates, where necessary
• Ensure quality compliance standards are adhered to, ensuring auditable data is produced
• Support and follow the implementation of project plans, standard operating procedures and risk assessments
• Communicate with the team to participate in determining objectives
• Support in creating testing rigs and the set-up of testing procedures

What will you need to have and do?

• Always uphold our company core values; Hungry, Humble, Smart
• To take a hands-on approach to work
• Maintain a high level of attention to detail
• Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
• A drive for time bound completion of tasks
• Ability to work in, and adapt to, a rapidly changing environment
• Ability to prioritise and manage workload within a fast-paced environment
• The ability to troubleshoot problems and develop solutions
• Good IT skills
• Confidentiality in processing sensitive data
• Ability to work to the highest HSE standards and procedures
• Health and safety/manual handling awareness

What will you get?

• A competitive salary
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays
• Commitment to your Personal & Professional Development
• Contributory Pension

Most of all you will be a part of the Test Labs Family, who are a team of motivated and inspiring individuals wanting to play their part in changing the industry and making a difference. Test Labs is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.

Ready to apply?

Does this role sound like you? Are you the driven, resourceful type who goes above and beyond to get results? Then apply today!