If you are looking for a company where you can personally advance healthcare and make a difference in peoples’ lives with your bold ideas and unique point of view, consider working at Labcorp Drug Development as a Quality Control Analyst – Molecular Biology.

Within the CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing and Controls) business unit at our site in Harrogate, North Yorkshire, the Molecular BioA department is dedicated to the development, validation and execution of molecular techniques, such as qPCR, RTqPCR, Droplet Digital PCR and DNA/RNA Extractions to support Cell Therapies, Gene Therapies and Vaccines. In addition, the department also provides method development, transfer, phase appropriate validation of analytical methods.

We structure ourselves to deliver scientific expertise to our clients; collaborating closely with them to support the development of medicinal products through the drug development process and onto market.

Alongside a host of other duties, you will perform analytical testing using a wide range of techniques for clinical, pre-clinical and commercial studies. Alternative terminologies for QC Analyst include Research Associate, Laboratory Analyst, Analytical Scientist.

 Your responsibilities will include

• Working as part of a team alongside other QC Analysts and QC Scientists to perform analytical testing on small molecules and large protein molecules using the following analytical techniques: DNA/RNA Extraction, qPCR, RTqPCR, Droplet Digital PCR

• Data processing and analysis, using the appropriate documentation, with strict adherence to current Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and/or Good Clinical Practice (GCP)

• Quality Control review of GLP/GCP analytical data and associated documentation

• Involvement with the Quality Management System (QMS) for deviation, change control, lab investigations and associated change actions (CAPA)

• Study supervision and oversight of client projects at lab level; including organising study files and study data throughout the data life cycle, performing stock checks and ordering consumables/reagents, assisting with writing and updating a variety of documents

• Working with QC Scientists to perform a wide range of analytical techniques in accordance with GLP/GCP regulatory requirements, to undertake data processing, and to deliver client projects

• Assisting with the maintenance of laboratory equipment and process improvements

Thrive personally and professionally at Labcorp Drug Development

Working at Labcorp Drug Development, you’ll continue to grow in our learning-based culture so you’ll know how to expertly respond and adapt as the industry continues to evolve. Here, you’ll put your education to work as you play a meaningful role in advancing healthcare and making a difference in people’s life.

In addition, Labcorp Drug Development offers great benefits, global experience and the opportunity to work independently within a team-oriented environment.

Key Information

• The position includes a 6-month onboarding & probationary period with working hours of 8:45am – 5pm, based at our site in Harrogate.

• Following the initial training period, you will move onto a shift pattern of 6:00am – 2:15pm.

• The role requires fully on-site working, with both laboratory and office-based activities.

What we’re looking for

Quality Control Analysts are the most successful at Labcorp with:

• Scientific degree (Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, Molecular Biology, Biomedical Sciences etc) OR relevant scientific industry experience.

• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload, with excellent attention to detail.

• Exceptional communication skills.

• Ability to integrate well within an established and fast growing team.

• Computing skills, including word processing and use of spreadsheets (e.g. Microsoft Office packages).

• An understanding of GLP and GCP guidelines (desirable).

• Previous analytical experience using any of the following techniques: qPCR and DNA/RNA Extractions (desirable).

• An understanding of health and safety policies (desirable).

Get to know Labcorp Drug Development

At Labcorp, we believe in the power of science to change lives. We are a leading global life sciences company that delivers answers for crucial health questions. Through our unparalleled diagnostics and drug development capabilities, we provide insights and accelerate innovations that not only empower patients and providers but help medical, biotech, and pharmaceutical companies transform ideas into innovations.

Here, you can join our more than 75,000 employees, serving clients in more than 100 countries, as we work together to make a real impact on people’s lives.

Labcorp is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer:

As an EOE/AA employer, Labcorp strives for diversity and inclusion in the workforce and does not tolerate harassment or discrimination of any kind. We make employment decisions based on the needs of our business and the qualifications of the individual and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy or other medical conditions/needs), family or parental status, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, personal appearance, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.