Analytical Scientist In Training Roles and Responsibilities: · Booking and preparing laboratory samples (urine, swab, and blood). · Daily operation of high-throughput serological and molecular analysers. · Performing manual confirmatory assays. · Supporting the Analytical Scientists' team in validation and verification processes. · Acting as the first point of contact for laboratory technicians in the absence of a Pre-Analytical Team Leader or Analytical Scientist. · Logging, resolving, and reporting problem samples. · Reporting to and liaising with the Laboratory Manager and Pre-Analytical and Analytical Team. · Ensuring continuous compliance with the Quality System and ISO 15189 accreditation. · Participating in External Quality Assessment (EQA) and Internal Quality Assessment (IQA) programs. · Maintaining laboratory records, including but not limited to quality control records, equipment records, nonconformance reports, and CAPA documentation. · Conducting acceptance testing for all equipment, reagents, and consumables, and ensuring ongoing equipment functionality, including calibration and mapping. · Maintaining a high degree of accuracy and precision in all methods and procedures by incorporating and promoting good laboratory practice principles. · Adhering to laboratory policies, including but not limited to confidentiality, data protection, code of conduct, and waste disposal. · Managing, validating, and receiving stock. · Assisting Analytical Scientists in ensuring all maintenance, calibration, and servicing activities are completed correctly and on time. · Performing general laboratory duties and housekeeping, including analyser maintenance and waste disposal. · Keeping all laboratory work areas clean and organised. · Handling and correctly disposing of confidential and hazardous waste streams. Please be aware that this list is not exhaustive Required Skills and Experience · Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent experience) in Biomedical Science, Life Sciences, or a related field or equivalent experience. · Experience working in a laboratory environment, preferably in a pharmaceutical or diagnostic setting. · Proficiency in handling and preparing biological samples · Proficiency in maintaining laboratory records · Excellent attention to detail with a high level of accuracy and precision in laboratory work. · Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment. · Strong understanding of quality management systems and compliance with ISO 15189 accreditation.