Laboratory Scientist

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Irvine, Ayrshire and Arran, Scotland, GBR
In-Office
Mid level
Healthtech • Biotech • Pharmaceutical
The Role
As a Laboratory Scientist, you will perform testing on products, validate samples, ensure compliance with GMP and GLP standards, and maintain laboratory equipment. You are expected to contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and effectively communicate findings.
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We create a place where people can grow, be their best, be safe, and feel welcome, valued and included. We offer a competitive salary, an annual bonus based on company performance, healthcare and wellbeing programmes, pension plan membership, and shares and savings programme.

We embrace modern work practises; our Performance with Choice programme offers a hybrid working model, empowering you to find the optimal balance between remote and in-office work.

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Laboratory Scientist

To complete the required product testing in a safe and compliant way to ensure the analysis generates

In this role you will:

  • Sample, test, report and validate final products, intermediates, raw materials and in-process samples to defined procedures
  • Consistently operate to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and Good Laboratories Practices (GLP) standards to ensure compliant product testing
  • Maintain and calibrate a wide range of analytical equipment to ensure continual production of accurate and precise results
  • Utilise theoretical and practical knowledge to aid interpretation of results and troubleshooting
  • Demonstrate proficiency in routine laboratory information systems to interpret and report results
  • Work in a compliant manner to ensure the safety of yourself, others and the protection of the environment
  • Identify, participate and implement Continuous Improvements opportunities
  • Proficient in all aspects of laboratory investigations and lab note completion
  • Complete all actions arising from internal/external audit commitments
  • Manage 5S and lab chemicals/consumable levels to ensure the area is kept to the required standard

Why you?

  • Technical knowledge and experience of analytical science
  • Relevant experience of working without close supervision
  • Experience of participation in inter-departmental teams working on quality related problems
  • Ability to trouble shoot problem analytical methods/ instrumentation and implement solutions
  • Knowledge of GMP, GLP and Regulatory issues
  • High motivation and an ability to operate within a team
  • Ability to escalate issues to Team Leader as appropriate
  • Communication and Influencing Skills
  • Knowledge of Quality Management System (QMS) including GQMPs and GQPs
  • Knowledge of data handling laboratory systems
  • Good knowledge of relevant analytical techniques

Basic Qualifications & Skills:

  • HND Level or equivalent in appropriate discipline
  • Degree in appropriate scientific discipline

How to apply
We welcome applications from people with different backgrounds and experiences. If this role speaks to you, please apply and tell us briefly how your skills and experience match the responsibilities and qualifications listed. We look forward to hearing from you.

Closing Date for Applications – 12th June 2026

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Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.


GSK is a global biopharma company with a purpose to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, as a successful, growing company where people can thrive. We get ahead of disease by preventing and treating it with innovation in specialty medicines and vaccines. We focus on four therapeutic areas: respiratory, immunology and inflammation; oncology; HIV; and infectious diseases – to impact health at scale.


People and patients around the world count on the medicines and vaccines we make, so we’re committed to creating an environment where our people can thrive and focus on what matters most. Our culture of being ambitious for patients, accountable for impact and doing the right thing is the foundation for how, together, we deliver for patients, shareholders and our people.


GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. This ensures that all qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law.


We believe in an agile working culture for all our roles. If flexibility is important to you, we encourage you to explore with our hiring team what the opportunities are.


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Skills Required

  • Experience of participation in inter-departmental teams working on quality related problems
  • Technical knowledge and experience of analytical science
  • Ability to trouble shoot problem analytical methods/instrumentation
  • Knowledge of GMP, GLP and Regulatory issues
  • Degree in appropriate scientific discipline

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  • Strong & Reliable Incentives Compensation is characterized as including strong salary and perks, with annual bonuses and long-term incentives contributing materially to total rewards. Recognition and performance-linked rewards are described as a consistent component of the package.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is presented as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, vision, disability, life insurance, and mental health benefits. The breadth of coverage is repeatedly framed as a standout element of the overall rewards experience.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings are described as robust, anchored by a 401(k) plan and additional savings vehicles such as employee stock purchase programs. Employer contributions and savings options are portrayed as meaningful supports for long-term financial security.

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