Junior Laboratory Trainer

Overview CLS is currently going through an unprecedented and exciting period of growth and development and is looking for dedicated, solutions driven team members with a flexible approach, who want to be part of the company’s continued success. Founded in 1994, Complete Laboratory Solutions (CLS) is the highest accredited contract laboratory in Ireland, providing industry-leading sampling and analysis; and fully trained micro and analytical analysts on contract to clients in the food, environmental, medical device, biopharmaceutical, and pharmaceutical sectors. We offer bespoke managed service solutions that give clients the option of having our expert team on-site at their own facility or outsourcing those services to us here at CLS. Job Summary We are seeking an enthusiastic Junior Lab Trainer to support the development of analysts within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment. This role is dedicated to the delivery of structured, hands-on training programmes, ensuring analysts build strong technical foundations, operate in full compliance with cGMP standards, and are equipped to perform confidently and competently in the laboratory. The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping the onboarding experience and ongoing development of our analytical team. Key ResponsibilitiesTraining Delivery & Analyst Development

• Conduct laboratory inductions for new analysts, covering EHS requirements, glassware cleaning procedures, and daily laboratory processes.
• Deliver structured, hands-on training in core analytical techniques and laboratory procedures, including balances, pipettes, pH, conductivity, UV spectroscopy, FTIR, and Karl Fischer.
• Organise, schedule, and prioritise training sessions in collaboration with analysts and Team Leads to ensure training plans are followed and deadlines are met.
• Observe and assess analysts as they perform tasks for the first time, providing constructive feedback, answering questions, and reinforcing GMP principles throughout.
• Review analysts' practical work during training to verify accuracy, technique, and compliance before sign-off.
• Adapt training delivery style to suit varying levels of experience and learning needs, ensuring all analysts are supported to reach competency.
• Identify and address knowledge gaps or recurring trends through targeted refresher training and one-to-one coaching where required.

Training Administration & Compliance

• Track and record training completion accurately, maintaining up-to-date training documentation in line with GMP and regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all analysts formally acknowledge and demonstrate understanding of new or updated SOPs as part of the change management process.
• Assist with the review and update of SOPs to ensure training materials remain current, accurate, and aligned with regulatory expectations.
• Support audit readiness by ensuring training records, competency assessments, and onboarding documentation are complete and audit-ready at all times.
• Maintain inventory and stock of training materials, ensuring resources are consistently available for onboarding and ongoing training programmes.

Continuous Improvement

• Proactively identify opportunities to strengthen and optimise the training programme, onboarding processes, and competency assessment frameworks.
• Contribute to the development of new training content, practical exercises, and assessments that reflect current laboratory best practice.
• Work closely with the Training Programme Manager and Lead Trainer to align training delivery with operational priorities and compliance requirements.

Technical Proficiency Candidates should possess hands-on experience with: Analytical Techniques & Instrumentation

• Balances, pipettes, pH meters, and conductivity meters
• UV Spectroscopy
• FTIR
• Karl Fischer

Desirable

• HPLC and Dissolution experience is advantageous but not essential

Software

• LIMS experience desirable
• Empower3 familiarity an advantage

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (Level 8) in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, Biology, Materials Science, or similar technical discipline.
• Minimum 1 years’ experience in a GMP regulated laboratory environment.
• Demonstrated hands-on experience with core analytical laboratory techniques as listed above.
• Good familiarity with GMP environments and a good understanding of laboratory compliance requirements.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to deliver training to groups and individuals at varying levels.
• Detail-oriented, with strong organisational and documentation skills.
• A genuine interest in training, coaching, and the development of others.

Who You Are

• An enthusiastic and technically grounded laboratory professional who is passionate about sharing knowledge and developing others.
• A clear and engaging communicator who can break down complex techniques into accessible, practical learning experiences.
• Passionate about quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.
• Highly organised, with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple training plans simultaneously.
• Someone who takes pride in building a compliant, confident, and capable laboratory team.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary package.
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression.
• A dynamic and collaborative workplace.
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on analyst development.