Analytical Scientist

Analytical Scientist

Eurofins

Liverpool, United Kingdom

Job Description

The purpose of this job is to perform stability testing of finished pharmaceutical products and produce accurate results within an acceptable timeframe.

• To perform routine and non-routine analysis using traditional and modern analytical techniques (primarily: HPLC, Dissolution and Karl Fisher determination), as required by the client’s representative;
• To perform technology transfers on new products entering the team;
• To review analytical data for GMP compliance;
• To initiate and follow-up OOS results and action limits as per client procedures;
• To document data as dictated by current client policies and procedures;
• To collect and measure productivity through agreed metrics such as number of tests performed, cycle times, lab/product issues, number of hours worked per project, etc.;
• To prepare and approve results for tests in which they have received the appropriate training and are deemed competent;
• To deal with client queries and contact designated personnel, with appropriate support from onsite leadership, with any relevant information or issues relating to test results or the service in general;
• To keep up to date with any technological or method revisions in their area, ensuring their training is complete and adjusting their work as required with approval from the Lead Analyst;
• Support local audits as required;
• To perform testing of QC samples in accordance with client procedures;
• To revise SOPs as required;
• To adhere to all client standards in the areas of safety, housekeeping and quality, notifying management of any discrepancies.

Qualifications

• A degree in Chemistry or a related discipline is required;
• A sound, fundamental knowledge of Chemistry is essential, with knowledge of Analytical techniques highly desireable;
• A minimum of 1 year relevant experience of analysis in a pharmaceutical testing laboratory (preferably with exposure to solid dose products) , or equivalent, is desired;
• The candidate should be experienced and competent with traditional analytical techniques as well as modern instrumental equipment (HPLC, Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV spectroscopy);
• Experience in technology transfers desirable but not essential;
• Must be able interpret raw data and draw conclusions regarding troubleshooting of analyses, instruments and methods;
• Have a thorough understanding of chromatographic techniques;
• Must posses experience of, or have a thorough understanding of working in a GMP environment;
• Must possess the ability to quickly learn new processes;
• Be capable of working proactively to offer suggestions for new ways to improve existing processes;
• Should have the ability to work using paperless systems such as Electronic laboratory notebooks and LIMS;
• Must be competent with MS Office suite of applications;
• Requires the ability to form strong working relationships with colleagues;
• Must have the ability to work on their own initiative and be capable of developing solutions to problems as part of a team;
• Must be willing to operate in a flexible manner and be able to switch priorities at short notice;
• Should seek new ideas to make improvements within own area of control.

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