RIQAS Scientist

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. Specifically, 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., * RIQAS Scientists are responsible for troubleshooting of both internal and external technical queries.
• The analysis of data and the preparation of special reports to assist in solving technical queries.
• The validation of participant reports prior to despatch.
• Performance surveillance of UK based participants in conjunction with the National Quality Assurance Advisory Panel (NQAAP).
• The design and planning of RIQAS programme (existing and new). They are also involved in development and maintenance of RIQAS software and participation in audit external audits.
• RIQAS Scientist will provide technical advice with respect to RIQAS, as well as information and assistance in the promotion of RIQAS.
• Assist in training of other staff members within the team along with other Randox representatives and distributors.

Do you have experience in Presentation skills?, * Be qualified to at least degree standard in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology or a Life Science degree.

• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Computer literate (working with data)
• Ability to work on own initiative and as part of a team.
• Strong numerical skills for a wide range of scientific calculations.
• Eligibility to work within the UK.

Desirable:

• Previous experience with proficiency testing schemes or clinical diagnostics.
• Understanding of proficiency testing software and statistics.
• Excellent presentation skills