CK Group are recruiting for a Head of Lab Systems and Engineering, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be fully on-site and requires the successful candidate to come from both a science and engineering background, as this role has both IT and laboratory crossovers. The Company: A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health. Location: Oxford The Role: A key leadership role, the successful candidate will lead the design, implementation and maintenance of the laboratory IT infrastructure (including data systems, networks, and digital platforms). You will drive the engineering strategy, optimise lab processes fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Responsibilities: Partner with research leaders, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable and future-ready lab technology and infrastructure solutions. Identify emerging lab technologies and IT innovations to enhance research capabilities and improve operational workflows. Ensure the maintenance, calibration, and lifecycle management of laboratory equipment and technology to guarantee maximum uptime and performance. Ensure laboratory systems meet all regulatory, health, safety, and data security standards. Your Background: Degree qualified in relevant scientific and IT degree. Significant experience managing laboratory operations, engineering systems, and IT infrastructure in a research-intensive or technical environment. Strong knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS), electronic notebooks, cloud computing, data storage. Laboratory experience (wet-lab skills) and understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., GLP, ISO standards) in laboratory environments. Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects. Understanding of laboratory technology, IT infrastructure, automation platforms, and engineering best practices. Experience with cybersecurity protocols and vendor relationships. Apply : It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news. INDCP
Jun 12, 2025
Full time
CK Group are recruiting for a Head of Lab Systems and Engineering, to join a growing and exciting research facility in Oxford, on a permanent basis. This role will be fully on-site and requires the successful candidate to come from both a science and engineering background, as this role has both IT and laboratory crossovers. The Company: A research-driven organisation led by talented scientists and entrepreneurs, dedicated to creating sustainable solutions for global challenges through interdisciplinary collaboration. This exciting new campus will feature state of art R&D facility, specialised laboratories, oncology clinics and focus on bridging scientific discovery with real-world applications by integrating expertise from various fields, including biomedical science, engineering, and public health. Location: Oxford The Role: A key leadership role, the successful candidate will lead the design, implementation and maintenance of the laboratory IT infrastructure (including data systems, networks, and digital platforms). You will drive the engineering strategy, optimise lab processes fostering a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement. Responsibilities: Partner with research leaders, IT, and external vendors to deliver scalable and future-ready lab technology and infrastructure solutions. Identify emerging lab technologies and IT innovations to enhance research capabilities and improve operational workflows. Ensure the maintenance, calibration, and lifecycle management of laboratory equipment and technology to guarantee maximum uptime and performance. Ensure laboratory systems meet all regulatory, health, safety, and data security standards. Your Background: Degree qualified in relevant scientific and IT degree. Significant experience managing laboratory operations, engineering systems, and IT infrastructure in a research-intensive or technical environment. Strong knowledge of laboratory information management systems (LIMS), electronic notebooks, cloud computing, data storage. Laboratory experience (wet-lab skills) and understanding of regulatory compliance (e.g., GLP, ISO standards) in laboratory environments. Proven skills in leadership and managing infrastructure projects. Understanding of laboratory technology, IT infrastructure, automation platforms, and engineering best practices. Experience with cybersecurity protocols and vendor relationships. Apply : It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence. If this position isn't suitable but you are looking for a new role, or if you are interested in seeing what opportunities are out there, head over to our LinkedIn page (cka-group) and follow us to see our latest jobs and company news. INDCP
Team Leader, Microbiology (Speciality Biopharma) Apply locations R&D Center - Reading, UK (Wokingham Campus) Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted 20 Days Ago Job requisition id: R-130275 Job Description Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL? Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service. Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you! Purpose Statement: The role at Team Leader (Pharmaceutical Microbiology - Speciality Biopharma) is to provide operational direction and managerial responsibilities within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology laboratory. Play a key role in ensuring that projects are performed and supervised effectively and accurately within agreed timescales and to appropriate quality standards. This role focuses on leading on the operational aspects of routine and investigative analyses of products and method development and validations using all appropriate techniques. Manage and train junior members of the team as required. The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites. Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities: Leadership and supervision Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Pharmaceutical Microbiology analysts to ensure the delivery of projects to expected delivery dates agreed with clients. Line Management of between five and eight scientists with adherence to all people management policies and delivery of SMART objectives/development plans/monthly 121s for each direct report. Plan own workload and schedule workload for Pharmaceutical Microbiology analysts. Drive forward assigned projects, ensuring accuracy throughout the project life cycle of expected delivery dates and associated billing plan and that Group Leader is kept informed of any changes. Ensure forecasting of workload (sales) is readily available to Group Leader to ensure Profit and Loss calculations are accurate. Liaise with Technical Lead to ensure the planning of training as required to ensure business objectives are met. Technical Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. Broad understanding of the methods/techniques performed within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology team. Ensure the completion of maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment. Perform data checking and provide interpretation of results for all pharmaceutical microbiology routine and non-routine testing (inc. verification and validation work). Generate certificate analysis or external interpretive reports. Expert user of specific software and proficient in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory's LIMS system, Q-Pulse. Take responsibility for elements of specific projects and/or specific areas of general laboratory/sample administration and assign housekeeping tasks as required. Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required. Communication & Influence Work as part of an efficient analytical team. Nurture close working relationships with the life sciences commercial team, with prompt responses to inquiries. Participate in client and stakeholder meetings as required. Deliver internal presentations across groups and to technical stakeholders. Manage small projects or defined areas of larger projects. Provide contributions to strategic growth with a focus on building client business. Proactive involvement in the site people management training programme. Recruitment support as and when required. Support lab manager to manage OPEX & CAPEX. Ensure proactive communication within the operation side of the Pharmaceutical Microbiology team to inform clients of delays ahead of the expected delivery date. QEHS Safety - lead by example, intervene on poor practice, recommend improvements, role model safe ways of working and review/approve Risk Assessments and COSHH to ensure optimal safety practices for Pharmaceutical Microbiology. Quality Adherence - maintain knowledge of QSOP-39, QSOP-41, QSOP-44 and QSOP-45, ensure strict adherence to regulatory/pharmacopeia requirements, participate in OOS investigations as required. Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed. To complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner, including review and approval. Write and approve SOPs and Test Methods. Understand and provide technical and operational regulatory leadership in client audits. Ensure training records are accurate. Lead OOS investigation RCA and conduct thorough investigations to correctly elucidate all potential hypotheses and reach true root cause; assign appropriate CAPA. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements: Educated to Degree or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory. Excellent understanding of basic/specific lab equipment. Scientific understanding and ability to independently conduct analysis in relevant area. Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team. Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Well organised and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. Meticulous attention to detail. Good verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate with clients and colleagues. Good knowledge of laboratory quality and accreditation systems (GMP/UKAS). Self-motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. Able to organise own work and others to maximise output. Computer literate in standard MS office applications. Ability to deliver projects/work within tight timescales and ability to motivate and mentor junior scientific staff. Technical credibility to develop good working relationships with internal and external clients. Ability to problem solve and plan resources to maintain workflow in delivery of projects. Extended experience of working in relevant area. English fluency (written and spoken). More about this role In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including: Opportunities to learn and develop. Performance Related Bonus scheme. Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution). Life assurance. Private Medical (for self). 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc.). No Relocation support available. Business Unit Summary Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team is committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration. Curious about us and want to learn more? Please explore: Website YouTube LinkedIn Glassdoor RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type Regular Analytical Science Science & Engineering
Feb 18, 2025
Full time
Team Leader, Microbiology (Speciality Biopharma) Apply locations R&D Center - Reading, UK (Wokingham Campus) Time type: Full time Posted on: Posted 20 Days Ago Job requisition id: R-130275 Job Description Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL? Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service. Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business. If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you! Purpose Statement: The role at Team Leader (Pharmaceutical Microbiology - Speciality Biopharma) is to provide operational direction and managerial responsibilities within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology laboratory. Play a key role in ensuring that projects are performed and supervised effectively and accurately within agreed timescales and to appropriate quality standards. This role focuses on leading on the operational aspects of routine and investigative analyses of products and method development and validations using all appropriate techniques. Manage and train junior members of the team as required. The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites. Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities: Leadership and supervision Oversee the day-to-day activities of the Pharmaceutical Microbiology analysts to ensure the delivery of projects to expected delivery dates agreed with clients. Line Management of between five and eight scientists with adherence to all people management policies and delivery of SMART objectives/development plans/monthly 121s for each direct report. Plan own workload and schedule workload for Pharmaceutical Microbiology analysts. Drive forward assigned projects, ensuring accuracy throughout the project life cycle of expected delivery dates and associated billing plan and that Group Leader is kept informed of any changes. Ensure forecasting of workload (sales) is readily available to Group Leader to ensure Profit and Loss calculations are accurate. Liaise with Technical Lead to ensure the planning of training as required to ensure business objectives are met. Technical Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely/accurate provision of results. Broad understanding of the methods/techniques performed within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology team. Ensure the completion of maintenance and troubleshooting of lab equipment. Perform data checking and provide interpretation of results for all pharmaceutical microbiology routine and non-routine testing (inc. verification and validation work). Generate certificate analysis or external interpretive reports. Expert user of specific software and proficient in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role: Laboratory's LIMS system, Q-Pulse. Take responsibility for elements of specific projects and/or specific areas of general laboratory/sample administration and assign housekeeping tasks as required. Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required. Communication & Influence Work as part of an efficient analytical team. Nurture close working relationships with the life sciences commercial team, with prompt responses to inquiries. Participate in client and stakeholder meetings as required. Deliver internal presentations across groups and to technical stakeholders. Manage small projects or defined areas of larger projects. Provide contributions to strategic growth with a focus on building client business. Proactive involvement in the site people management training programme. Recruitment support as and when required. Support lab manager to manage OPEX & CAPEX. Ensure proactive communication within the operation side of the Pharmaceutical Microbiology team to inform clients of delays ahead of the expected delivery date. QEHS Safety - lead by example, intervene on poor practice, recommend improvements, role model safe ways of working and review/approve Risk Assessments and COSHH to ensure optimal safety practices for Pharmaceutical Microbiology. Quality Adherence - maintain knowledge of QSOP-39, QSOP-41, QSOP-44 and QSOP-45, ensure strict adherence to regulatory/pharmacopeia requirements, participate in OOS investigations as required. Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed. To complete assigned quality actions in a timely manner, including review and approval. Write and approve SOPs and Test Methods. Understand and provide technical and operational regulatory leadership in client audits. Ensure training records are accurate. Lead OOS investigation RCA and conduct thorough investigations to correctly elucidate all potential hypotheses and reach true root cause; assign appropriate CAPA. Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements: Educated to Degree or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory. Excellent understanding of basic/specific lab equipment. Scientific understanding and ability to independently conduct analysis in relevant area. Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team. Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Well organised and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently. Meticulous attention to detail. Good verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate with clients and colleagues. Good knowledge of laboratory quality and accreditation systems (GMP/UKAS). Self-motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn. Able to organise own work and others to maximise output. Computer literate in standard MS office applications. Ability to deliver projects/work within tight timescales and ability to motivate and mentor junior scientific staff. Technical credibility to develop good working relationships with internal and external clients. Ability to problem solve and plan resources to maintain workflow in delivery of projects. Extended experience of working in relevant area. English fluency (written and spoken). More about this role In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including: Opportunities to learn and develop. Performance Related Bonus scheme. Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution). Life assurance. Private Medical (for self). 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays. Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc.). No Relocation support available. Business Unit Summary Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team is committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration. Curious about us and want to learn more? Please explore: Website YouTube LinkedIn Glassdoor RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Job Type Regular Analytical Science Science & Engineering
ABOUT US Simbec-Orion is a responsive and agile full-service CRO, with wide therapeutic experience and specialist expertise in clinical pharmacology, oncology and rare diseases. Perfectly structured, we provide full-service clinical development solutions for small and mid-size drug developers - headed up by a centralised leadership team. With a focus on tailormade and scalable solutions, we'll adapt our delivery style, communications and operations to suit the demands of the project, helping clients achieve their clinical and commercial objectives. Because our goal is the same as theirs; to improve patients' lives. THE ROLE We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our Laboratory Services Department. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out laboratory tasks related to bioanalysis and/or safety studies as outlined in Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, regulations, and guidelines, following the principles of GCP/GCLP in relation to laboratories and Clinical Trials. Your responsibilities may include sample receipt, preparation, and analysis, as well as associated data recording and processing, along with general laboratory duties related to consumables, apparatus, equipment, and facility management. You will be expected to perform all tasks in accordance with company standards for timeliness, quality, and cost, and collaborate closely with the Senior Scientists, Principal Scientists, and other team members. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Process samples (sample preparation) generated in clinical studies for routine assay procedures, including the preparation of associated chemicals, reagents, and solutions, all in line with Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Working Instructions (WI). Assist the Senior Scientist and/or Principal Scientist in activities related to sample analysis, recording all data in line with company expectations. Assist the Senior Scientist and/or Principal Scientist in activities related to method verification/validation in order to deliver fully validated assays with the support of the Senior Research Scientist and Principal Scientist. Carry out various general laboratory duties to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory, such as sample management activities, solvent logs, database maintenance, and waste management. Perform or assist with the routine maintenance/calibration of instrumentation or equipment. Assist with or prepare the production of relevant documentation (protocols, procedures, validation/study reports, SOPs, CAPAs, file notes), helping to ensure documents are delivered to the client and archived within expected timeframes. Ensure that work performed adheres to good practice regulations and guidelines associated with a laboratory environment. (i.e., GCP, EMA and FDA). Document procedures undertaken in a clear, accurate and contemporaneous manner and apply Quality Control (QC) procedures to ensure their accuracy in accordance with the principles of ALCOA+. Communicate the status of assigned work with the assigned Principal Scientist, Laboratory Project Manager, and other team members. Maintain personal training records to demonstrate competency. SKILLS REQUIRED Essential BSc in Science related degree or equivalent Experience of working in a laboratory environment Experience of working to written instructions Good organisation skills with the ability to prioritise work and work to tight deadlines Experience of using general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and balances Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documenting, analysing, and reporting data Ability to document process followed accurately in a contemporaneous manner Desirable Analytical Science degree, ideally holding a BSc in Chemistry or Biochemistry Experience working in a regulated environment (MHRA GCP for labs) Strong attention to detail, proven ability to manage multiple sample analyses Familiarity with the setup and use of HPLC/LC-MS-MS and/or ELISA systems and/or Safety Study analytical equipment Previous experience working with LIMS systems Ability to document laboratory information to a GXP standard, including preparation of analytical reports Ability to perform quality control processes. WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US Simbec-Orion is growing fast. To keep up with demand, we're looking for the best people, from all areas of clinical development, to join our team. We're dedicated to bringing the latest advances in science to market. Exposure to truly innovative new drugs in patient populations with serious unmet medical needs is what drives our company - and your reason to be a part of it. With experts from all disciplines under the same roof, you'll work alongside some of the industry's best. So if you'd like to further your career within challenging therapeutic areas in rare disease, oncology, or at our clinical pharmacology site, or laboratory services. We're waiting to hear from you.
Jun 11, 2024
Full time
ABOUT US Simbec-Orion is a responsive and agile full-service CRO, with wide therapeutic experience and specialist expertise in clinical pharmacology, oncology and rare diseases. Perfectly structured, we provide full-service clinical development solutions for small and mid-size drug developers - headed up by a centralised leadership team. With a focus on tailormade and scalable solutions, we'll adapt our delivery style, communications and operations to suit the demands of the project, helping clients achieve their clinical and commercial objectives. Because our goal is the same as theirs; to improve patients' lives. THE ROLE We are seeking a Research Scientist to join our Laboratory Services Department. In this role, you will be responsible for carrying out laboratory tasks related to bioanalysis and/or safety studies as outlined in Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures, Work Instructions, regulations, and guidelines, following the principles of GCP/GCLP in relation to laboratories and Clinical Trials. Your responsibilities may include sample receipt, preparation, and analysis, as well as associated data recording and processing, along with general laboratory duties related to consumables, apparatus, equipment, and facility management. You will be expected to perform all tasks in accordance with company standards for timeliness, quality, and cost, and collaborate closely with the Senior Scientists, Principal Scientists, and other team members. KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES Process samples (sample preparation) generated in clinical studies for routine assay procedures, including the preparation of associated chemicals, reagents, and solutions, all in line with Protocols, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Working Instructions (WI). Assist the Senior Scientist and/or Principal Scientist in activities related to sample analysis, recording all data in line with company expectations. Assist the Senior Scientist and/or Principal Scientist in activities related to method verification/validation in order to deliver fully validated assays with the support of the Senior Research Scientist and Principal Scientist. Carry out various general laboratory duties to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory, such as sample management activities, solvent logs, database maintenance, and waste management. Perform or assist with the routine maintenance/calibration of instrumentation or equipment. Assist with or prepare the production of relevant documentation (protocols, procedures, validation/study reports, SOPs, CAPAs, file notes), helping to ensure documents are delivered to the client and archived within expected timeframes. Ensure that work performed adheres to good practice regulations and guidelines associated with a laboratory environment. (i.e., GCP, EMA and FDA). Document procedures undertaken in a clear, accurate and contemporaneous manner and apply Quality Control (QC) procedures to ensure their accuracy in accordance with the principles of ALCOA+. Communicate the status of assigned work with the assigned Principal Scientist, Laboratory Project Manager, and other team members. Maintain personal training records to demonstrate competency. SKILLS REQUIRED Essential BSc in Science related degree or equivalent Experience of working in a laboratory environment Experience of working to written instructions Good organisation skills with the ability to prioritise work and work to tight deadlines Experience of using general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and balances Proficient in using Microsoft Office for documenting, analysing, and reporting data Ability to document process followed accurately in a contemporaneous manner Desirable Analytical Science degree, ideally holding a BSc in Chemistry or Biochemistry Experience working in a regulated environment (MHRA GCP for labs) Strong attention to detail, proven ability to manage multiple sample analyses Familiarity with the setup and use of HPLC/LC-MS-MS and/or ELISA systems and/or Safety Study analytical equipment Previous experience working with LIMS systems Ability to document laboratory information to a GXP standard, including preparation of analytical reports Ability to perform quality control processes. WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN US Simbec-Orion is growing fast. To keep up with demand, we're looking for the best people, from all areas of clinical development, to join our team. We're dedicated to bringing the latest advances in science to market. Exposure to truly innovative new drugs in patient populations with serious unmet medical needs is what drives our company - and your reason to be a part of it. With experts from all disciplines under the same roof, you'll work alongside some of the industry's best. So if you'd like to further your career within challenging therapeutic areas in rare disease, oncology, or at our clinical pharmacology site, or laboratory services. We're waiting to hear from you.
Our client, one of the UK's leading energy providers based in Bridgwater, is looking for a Chemistry Technician at one of its Nuclear Power Stations. The Chemistry Technician will work within the Chemistry Group and will complete chemistry monitoring and surveillance as outlined by the Station Chemist/Chemistry Group Head. The Chemistry Technician will also assist the Chemistry Group Head in providing a comprehensive chemistry service to the station which is focused on safe, compliant, and efficient operation in accordance with all licences, regulating bodies, company business strategies and industry best practice. Nature and Scope: Carrying out chemistry monitoring and surveillance in accordance with programmes set by the Chemistry Group Head/Station Chemist Provides routine operational advice and guidance within agreed limits. Maintains overview of laboratory stocks and instrumentation. Main Responsibilities: Performs routine monitoring and surveillance of chemical plant systems within defined areas. Maintains laboratory facilities and supplies. Maintains and overview of Station bulk chemical stocks Records data in station LIMS and reports any anomalous results to the Chemistry Group Head, Station Chemist, Chemistry Engineer as appropriate. Carries out chemical conditioning of plant systems Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience Required: The ideal candidate would have knowledge and experience of process or analytical chemistry. As a minimum, entrants will be educated to GCSE/National Qualification standards (or equivalent). Candidates with these qualifications that include "4" and above grade passes in English and Mathematics will have an advantage. Candidates with an ONC/A level or equivalent in chemistry or a related science will also have an advantage. If successful, you will be employed by Manpower working on a temporary assignment at our client's site and will need to undergo BPSS checks as well as a drug & alcohol test. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact everyone in person. If you have not heard from Manpower within 15 business days of submitting your application, unfortunately, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Dec 08, 2022
Full time
Our client, one of the UK's leading energy providers based in Bridgwater, is looking for a Chemistry Technician at one of its Nuclear Power Stations. The Chemistry Technician will work within the Chemistry Group and will complete chemistry monitoring and surveillance as outlined by the Station Chemist/Chemistry Group Head. The Chemistry Technician will also assist the Chemistry Group Head in providing a comprehensive chemistry service to the station which is focused on safe, compliant, and efficient operation in accordance with all licences, regulating bodies, company business strategies and industry best practice. Nature and Scope: Carrying out chemistry monitoring and surveillance in accordance with programmes set by the Chemistry Group Head/Station Chemist Provides routine operational advice and guidance within agreed limits. Maintains overview of laboratory stocks and instrumentation. Main Responsibilities: Performs routine monitoring and surveillance of chemical plant systems within defined areas. Maintains laboratory facilities and supplies. Maintains and overview of Station bulk chemical stocks Records data in station LIMS and reports any anomalous results to the Chemistry Group Head, Station Chemist, Chemistry Engineer as appropriate. Carries out chemical conditioning of plant systems Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience Required: The ideal candidate would have knowledge and experience of process or analytical chemistry. As a minimum, entrants will be educated to GCSE/National Qualification standards (or equivalent). Candidates with these qualifications that include "4" and above grade passes in English and Mathematics will have an advantage. Candidates with an ONC/A level or equivalent in chemistry or a related science will also have an advantage. If successful, you will be employed by Manpower working on a temporary assignment at our client's site and will need to undergo BPSS checks as well as a drug & alcohol test. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact everyone in person. If you have not heard from Manpower within 15 business days of submitting your application, unfortunately, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Our client, one of the UK's leading energy providers based in Bridgwater, is looking for a Chemistry Technician at one of its Nuclear Power Stations. The Chemistry Technician will work within the Chemistry Group and will complete chemistry monitoring and surveillance as outlined by the Station Chemist/Chemistry Group Head. The Chemistry Technician will also assist the Chemistry Group Head in providing a comprehensive chemistry service to the station which is focused on safe, compliant, and efficient operation in accordance with all licences, regulating bodies, company business strategies and industry best practice. Nature and Scope: Carrying out chemistry monitoring and surveillance in accordance with programmes set by the Chemistry Group Head/Station Chemist Provides routine operational advice and guidance within agreed limits. Maintains overview of laboratory stocks and instrumentation. Main Responsibilities: Performs routine monitoring and surveillance of chemical plant systems within defined areas. Maintains laboratory facilities and supplies. Maintains and overview of Station bulk chemical stocks Records data in station LIMS and reports any anomalous results to the Chemistry Group Head, Station Chemist, Chemistry Engineer as appropriate. Carries out chemical conditioning of plant systems Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience Required: The ideal candidate would have knowledge and experience of process or analytical chemistry. As a minimum, entrants will be educated to GCSE/National Qualification standards (or equivalent). Candidates with these qualifications that include "4" and above grade passes in English and Mathematics will have an advantage. Candidates with an ONC/A level or equivalent in chemistry or a related science will also have an advantage. If successful, you will be employed by Manpower working on a temporary assignment at our client's site and will need to undergo BPSS checks as well as a drug & alcohol test. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact everyone in person. If you have not heard from Manpower within 15 business days of submitting your application, unfortunately, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Dec 01, 2022
Full time
Our client, one of the UK's leading energy providers based in Bridgwater, is looking for a Chemistry Technician at one of its Nuclear Power Stations. The Chemistry Technician will work within the Chemistry Group and will complete chemistry monitoring and surveillance as outlined by the Station Chemist/Chemistry Group Head. The Chemistry Technician will also assist the Chemistry Group Head in providing a comprehensive chemistry service to the station which is focused on safe, compliant, and efficient operation in accordance with all licences, regulating bodies, company business strategies and industry best practice. Nature and Scope: Carrying out chemistry monitoring and surveillance in accordance with programmes set by the Chemistry Group Head/Station Chemist Provides routine operational advice and guidance within agreed limits. Maintains overview of laboratory stocks and instrumentation. Main Responsibilities: Performs routine monitoring and surveillance of chemical plant systems within defined areas. Maintains laboratory facilities and supplies. Maintains and overview of Station bulk chemical stocks Records data in station LIMS and reports any anomalous results to the Chemistry Group Head, Station Chemist, Chemistry Engineer as appropriate. Carries out chemical conditioning of plant systems Knowledge, Skills, Qualifications, Experience Required: The ideal candidate would have knowledge and experience of process or analytical chemistry. As a minimum, entrants will be educated to GCSE/National Qualification standards (or equivalent). Candidates with these qualifications that include "4" and above grade passes in English and Mathematics will have an advantage. Candidates with an ONC/A level or equivalent in chemistry or a related science will also have an advantage. If successful, you will be employed by Manpower working on a temporary assignment at our client's site and will need to undergo BPSS checks as well as a drug & alcohol test. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we are unable to contact everyone in person. If you have not heard from Manpower within 15 business days of submitting your application, unfortunately, your application has not been shortlisted on this occasion.
Simbec Orion Group Ltd
Merthyr Tydfil, Mid Glamorgan
Simbec-Orion is a responsive and agile full-service CRO, with wide therapeutic experience and specialist expertise in clinical pharmacology, oncology and rare diseases. Perfectly structured, we provide full-service clinical development solutions for small and mid-size drug developers - headed up by a centralised leadership team. With a focus on tailormade and scalable solutions, we'll adapt our delivery style, communications and operations to suit the demands of the project, helping clients achieve their clinical and commercial objectives. Because our goal is the same as theirs; to improve patients' lives. * Summary of the Position: * We are looking for a Senior Research Scientist to join our Laboratories department. You will be based in our offices in Merthyr Tydfil, UK. You will w ork on projects to analyse drugs, their metabolites and other analytes in biological fluids and pharmaceutical preparation . The role will be laboratory -focu sed, participating in the development, validation and subsequent LC-MS-MS analysis of samples generated from clinical trials, whilst maintaining meticulous, contemporaneous data recording. You will support with the supervision of Laboratory Services Scientist to ensure compliance with regulatory good practice and guidance requirements within set timeframes. * Key Accountabilities: * * * E nsure that work performed adheres to good practice regulations and guidelines associated with a laboratory environment. (i.e., GCP , EMA and FDA requirements). * D ocument procedures undertaken in a clear, accurate and contemporaneous man ne r and apply Quality Control (QC) procedures to ensure their accuracy in accordance with the principles of ALCOA + . * * C ommunicate the status of work being performed with the assigned Principal Scientist , Laboratory Project Manager and other team members . * * D evelo p methods of analysis to deliver fully validated assays. * * S upervise/oversee or p repare chemicals, reagents , solutions and process samples generated in a clinical study for routine assay procedures as described in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs ) and Working Instructions. * * Ensure that samples have been scheduled or run u sing Analyst software (including the use of LC-MS-MS techniques and/or review of chromatographic data ) . * * P erform routine maintenance/calibration of instrumentation or equipment. * * P roduce relevant documentation such as protocols, procedures, validation/study reports , SOP's , CAPA's , file notes. * * Provide technical advice to business development and participate in laboratory - related discussions with Sponsor s and Simbec -Orion employees . * * M aintain personal training records to demonstrate competency and support in the train ing and development of other Laboratory Services employees . * * Carry out various general laboratory duties in order to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory (i.e., database maintenance , waste management , etc.). *Minimum Requirements:* *Essential:* * * BSc Science Degree * * Previous e xperience in working in a laboratory environment * Ability to develop and validate methods using LC-MS-MS * Good o rganisation s kills with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines * Good general laboratory skills , a bility to use general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and balances * P roficient with Microsoft Office for documenting , analysing and reporting data * Ability to document laboratory information accurately in a contemporaneous manner * Good communication skills * Desirable: * * * BSc in Chemistry or related analytical degree * Previous experience in working in a regulated environment (MHRA GCP, GLP or GMP) * Strong attention to detail, proven ability of managing multiple sample analyses. * Previous experience of working with LIMS systems * Ability to document laboratory information to a GXP standard , including preparation of analytical reports * Ability to perform quality control processes * Track record of working within a team environment * Simbec Orion Job Profile - Senior Research Scientist.pdf * Simbec-Orion is an equal opportunity employer. Simbec-Orion will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. *
Dec 03, 2021
Full time
Simbec-Orion is a responsive and agile full-service CRO, with wide therapeutic experience and specialist expertise in clinical pharmacology, oncology and rare diseases. Perfectly structured, we provide full-service clinical development solutions for small and mid-size drug developers - headed up by a centralised leadership team. With a focus on tailormade and scalable solutions, we'll adapt our delivery style, communications and operations to suit the demands of the project, helping clients achieve their clinical and commercial objectives. Because our goal is the same as theirs; to improve patients' lives. * Summary of the Position: * We are looking for a Senior Research Scientist to join our Laboratories department. You will be based in our offices in Merthyr Tydfil, UK. You will w ork on projects to analyse drugs, their metabolites and other analytes in biological fluids and pharmaceutical preparation . The role will be laboratory -focu sed, participating in the development, validation and subsequent LC-MS-MS analysis of samples generated from clinical trials, whilst maintaining meticulous, contemporaneous data recording. You will support with the supervision of Laboratory Services Scientist to ensure compliance with regulatory good practice and guidance requirements within set timeframes. * Key Accountabilities: * * * E nsure that work performed adheres to good practice regulations and guidelines associated with a laboratory environment. (i.e., GCP , EMA and FDA requirements). * D ocument procedures undertaken in a clear, accurate and contemporaneous man ne r and apply Quality Control (QC) procedures to ensure their accuracy in accordance with the principles of ALCOA + . * * C ommunicate the status of work being performed with the assigned Principal Scientist , Laboratory Project Manager and other team members . * * D evelo p methods of analysis to deliver fully validated assays. * * S upervise/oversee or p repare chemicals, reagents , solutions and process samples generated in a clinical study for routine assay procedures as described in Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs ) and Working Instructions. * * Ensure that samples have been scheduled or run u sing Analyst software (including the use of LC-MS-MS techniques and/or review of chromatographic data ) . * * P erform routine maintenance/calibration of instrumentation or equipment. * * P roduce relevant documentation such as protocols, procedures, validation/study reports , SOP's , CAPA's , file notes. * * Provide technical advice to business development and participate in laboratory - related discussions with Sponsor s and Simbec -Orion employees . * * M aintain personal training records to demonstrate competency and support in the train ing and development of other Laboratory Services employees . * * Carry out various general laboratory duties in order to ensure the efficient operation of the laboratory (i.e., database maintenance , waste management , etc.). *Minimum Requirements:* *Essential:* * * BSc Science Degree * * Previous e xperience in working in a laboratory environment * Ability to develop and validate methods using LC-MS-MS * Good o rganisation s kills with the ability to prioritise work to meet deadlines * Good general laboratory skills , a bility to use general laboratory equipment such as pipettes, centrifuges, and balances * P roficient with Microsoft Office for documenting , analysing and reporting data * Ability to document laboratory information accurately in a contemporaneous manner * Good communication skills * Desirable: * * * BSc in Chemistry or related analytical degree * Previous experience in working in a regulated environment (MHRA GCP, GLP or GMP) * Strong attention to detail, proven ability of managing multiple sample analyses. * Previous experience of working with LIMS systems * Ability to document laboratory information to a GXP standard , including preparation of analytical reports * Ability to perform quality control processes * Track record of working within a team environment * Simbec Orion Job Profile - Senior Research Scientist.pdf * Simbec-Orion is an equal opportunity employer. Simbec-Orion will consider all qualified applicants for employment without discrimination on grounds of disability, sex or sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity leave status, race or national or ethnic origin, age, religion or belief, gender identity or re-assignment, marital or civil partnership status, protected veteran status (if applicable) or any other characteristic protected by law. *
