Job Descriptions

Responsibilities:

• Execute analysis of raw materials, in-process material, and finished product in compliance with schedule.
• Complete analysis in accordance with SOP and standard methods.
• Execute analysis of water, cleaning samples etc as required.

• Execute calibrations and PM of equipment as required to ensure equipment is appropriate for use for analysis.
• Co-ordinate maintenance schedules with external suppliers to ensure compliance with schedule and in house procedures.
• Preparation of all solutions, reagents etc. associated with analysis.
• Execute stock control on laboratory consumables including reagents, solvents to ensure there is adequate supply to execute tasks. Complete purchase orders as required and manage materials on receipt.
• Participate in the preparation of QC documents including SOPs, specifications, methods.
• Participate in training and development activities to ensure that new technologies are applied and that skill level is developed.
• Execute validation studies and transfer studies to ensure equipment, methods and personnel are appropriately qualified.
• Participation in QC and site projects by representing QC so as to provide an appropriate service to other departments.

• Ensure QC activities are executed in line in in-house procedures and in compliance with requirements of cGMP.
• Ensure QC activities are executed in line with safety requirements and good laboratory practice.
• Keep work area clean and tidy.
• Keep up to date on regulatory development and standards by accessing in house library, accessing current Pharmacopoeias etc.
• Participation in investigations into failures, out of trends and out of specifications as required.

So, what do you need to do this role?

• Degree in an analytical science/biochemistry/toxicology is preferred
• Previous experience in a laboratory environment and direct experience of bioassays and related biological analytical techniques along with HPLC analysis would be an advantage
• Analytical approach to tasks. Good organisation skills. Technical skills in analysis are important.
• Microsoft office suite ( excel / word)
• Judgement, initiative, concern for excellence, technical skill & competence, teamwork.
• English - Fluent

Skills

Experience

• 1 year