At a Glance
- Tasks: Troubleshooting technical queries and analyzing data for RIQAS programs.
- Company: Randox Laboratories is a leader in external quality assessment for clinical diagnostics.
- Benefits: Full-time, permanent contract with opportunities for training and development.
- Other info: Position based at Randox Science Park, Antrim.
- Why this job: Join a global team improving diagnostic testing accuracy in a dynamic environment.
- Qualifications: Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field; experience in proficiency testing preferred.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Randox Laboratories is looking for two Scientists to join our External Quality Assessment (EQA) team.
What does this team do? Randox’s Quality Assessment Scheme (RIQAS) is a global external quality assessment (EQA) program designed to help clinical laboratories monitor and improve the accuracy and reliability of their diagnostic testing. RIQAS provides:
- External quality assessment programs across a wide range of clinical disciplines such as clinical chemistry, haematology, immunoassay, coagulation, blood gas, urinalysis, and therapeutic drug monitoring.
- Regular performance monitoring through bi‑weekly or monthly reports comparing a lab’s results to those of other labs using similar methods and instruments.
- High‑quality, ready‑to‑use liquid samples that mimic real human samples to ensure the assessments are relevant and reliable.
- An easy‑to‑use online portal (RIQAS.net) where labs can submit their results, access reports, and track their performance over time.
- Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17043, ensuring the program meets international standards for proficiency testing.
Location: Randox Science Park (30 Randalstown Road, Antrim, BT41 4LF).
Contract Offered: Full‑time, permanent.
What does this role involve? Responsibilities include:
- Troubleshooting internal and external technical queries.
- Analyzing data and preparing special reports to support resolution of technical queries.
- Validating participant reports prior to dispatch.
- Surveilling performance of UK‑based participants in collaboration with the National Quality Assurance Advisory Panel (NQAAP).
- Designing and planning RIQAS programmes (existing and new); developing and maintaining RIQAS software and participating in external audits.
- Providing technical advice on RIQAS and assisting in its promotion.
- Training other staff members within the team and supporting Randox representatives and distributors.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, or a Life Science discipline.
- Excellent communication, organisational, and presentation skills.
- Computer‑literacy, particularly with data handling.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Strong numerical skills for scientific calculations.
- Eligibility to work in the UK.
- Previous experience with proficiency testing schemes or clinical diagnostics.
- Understanding of proficiency testing software and statistics.
Randox Laboratories Limited is an Equal Opportunities Employer.
Scientist (RIQAS) in Antrim employer: Randox
Randox Laboratories offers a permanent role at their Antrim location, providing high-quality liquid samples for diagnostic testing. The EQA team focuses on enhancing laboratory performance through innovative software and regular monitoring, ensuring compliance with ISO/IEC 17043 standards.
