Job Description
Ready to make a BIG difference?
From pharmaceutical products to building materials, our client support their global customers in leading the way in their diverse industries to make a big difference in the world. They are a knowledge based, science led business focused on delivering the expertise and capabilities our customers demand. The business is home to scientists with in-depth experience in their fields, who are enthusiastic about taking on challenges. We are always looking for people who can keep us at the top of our game.
The Role
This role presents an exciting opportunity to an individual with a background in physical characterisation, ideally obtained within a pharmaceutical environment. The Analytical Scientist role is a critical position in the Physical Characterisation operational team with responsibilities including; conducting high quality analysis based on customer requirements using a range of cutting edge technologies, client communication, review of data in line with our quality framework and training of other staff in area of expertise.
It’s not just about what you do, but how you do it! Our company values guide us in all that we do. You will be provided with full training in both the technical requirements of the role and the business skills to give you the best platform to build your career with us.
You will have the opportunity to;
- Contribute to challenging laboratory-based analytical project work, including; discussions with clients, preparation of project plans and conducting analytical work. You will also be supported in review of data and presentations to clients. The specific technical areas will be driven by your current expertise as well as your personal development objectives.
- Perfect your skills in method development and validation, including drafting of related documents (methods, protocols, reports).
- Develop project management skills on simple, moving to more complex analytical projects
- Retain and develop technical skills and knowledge by maintaining awareness of scientific literature to assist work progression.
- Contribute to company goals and operate in accordance with our company values.
- Build excellent customer relationships through regular, proactive communication, high quality assessment and presentation of data against the clients needs.
Sounds great! What we are looking for from you:
- BSc or higher in an analytical, chemical or related scientific field with demonstrated, relevant experience.
- Demonstrated ability to perform analytical experiments with high attention to detail.
- Practical, experience with physical characterisation techniques including;
o particle sizing (image and laser diffraction),
o droplet sizing,
o specific surface area,
o XRPD,
o thermal analysis,
o dynamic light scattering and/or nanoparticle tracking analysis,
o zeta-potential,
o dynamic vapour sorption
o raw materials testing including autotitration, Karl Fischer, wet chemistry pharmacopeial testing
o elemental analysis using either ICP-MS or ICP-OES
Please note that practical experience with all of these techniques is not essential. Candidates with hands on, experience with a minimum of two of the techniques listed and theoretical understanding of others would be considered.
- Inquisitive and passionate scientist whose values align with our business core values of; Aim High, Be True and Own It
- Experience within a GMP environment.
- Experience of working to tight deadlines; a “right first time” approach.
- Demonstrated ability to take initiative, think and work independently, problem-solve, work in teams and multitask.
- Able to identify and highlight own training needs, and proactively upskill.
- Strong written and oral communications skills; IT Literate.
- Role is subject to probation and training on internal processes.
Working Hours
- Full time (37.5hrs per week).
Company Benefits
We offer a range of learning and development opportunities depending on the role, with all employees having access to a range of internally delivered training modules as standard. In our science-based roles we offer structured career progression, more details of which can be discussed during the recruitment process. In addition to a competitive salary, we offer as a minimum: Pension scheme, Healthcare Cash Plan, Cycle to Work scheme, Childcare Vouchers and local Reward & Recognition schemes.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £23,184.68-£35,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Flexitime
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Life insurance
- On-site gym
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
- Work from home
Flexible Language Requirement:
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Bradford, West Yorkshire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: In person
Reference ID: AP0809