Analytical Scientist

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company; Leasowe; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Bristol-Myers Squibb Company in the UK seeks an analytical scientist to plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical activities, including HPLC, Karl Fischer and dissolution testing in a GMP environment. You will validate methods, ensure ALCOA+ records, support audits, and contribute to continuous improvement while maintaining safety, quality and timely delivery.

Based in the Moreton laboratories, you will collaborate with Synergy leads and customer teams to deliver accurate results and maintain

Qualifications

• GMP laboratory experience in analytical testing.
• 3+ years in a regulated lab.
• Degree in chemistry or related field.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical activities in GMP environment.
• Support HPLC, Karl Fischer, and dissolution testing.
• Review data and ensure ALCOA+ compliance.
• Validate analytical methods and contribute to audits.
• Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Synergy Team Leader and customers.

Skills

HPLC

Karl Fischer

Dissolution testing

Analytical methods

GMP compliance

Education

Degree in chemistry / analytical chemistry or equivalent

Tools

HPLC instrument

Karl Fischer titrator

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

• Plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical activities in compliance with customer procedures, using:
• HPLC
• Karl Fischer titration o Dissolution testing o Other techniques as appropriate
• Check and approve experimental data and results Apply knowledge to analytical technical problems and laboratory investigations Evaluate and feedback on new development analytical methods Perform analytical method validation experiments Provide input into audit readiness for internal and external regulatory inspections Ensure analytical records follow cGMP requirements and ALCOA+ principles Be responsible for the safety of self and others Proactively identify issues and appropriate actions to address Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Lean, root cause analysis tools) Execute tasks according to regulatory, statutory, or client defined standards and requirements Actively participate in Synergy training and performance review processes Other duties as reasonably requested by the Synergy Team Leader Customer
• Develop and maintain excellent customer relationships, always ensuring that you act in a professional manner whilst performing your duties or whilst you are representing Synergy any capacity
• Be accountable for ensuring that all activities are delivered demonstrating behaviours and values aligned to Synergy's Code of Conduct and supporting policies, standards, and procedures, including Health and Safety and Environment

Key Working Relationships

• Synergy Team Leader / Account Manager
• Customer and Synergy Team members
• Customer stakeholders: Lab Leads, Compliance, EHS, Quality, etc…

We are seeking highly motivated and organised individuals with expertise in instrumental methods, including HPLC, dissolution testing, and Karl Fischer, in a GMP environment., Degree in a relevant scientific discipline, for example, chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or equivalent professional experience

• Expertise in HPLC and other relevant techniques, with demonstrable experience in the analysis of oral solid dose forms
• Experience of working in a GMP laboratory environment (3+ years)

Competencies

• Customer service focus, ability to work as a cohesive team
• Results orientated, self-motivated with an ability to evaluate and manage risks
• Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills and relationship building
• Ability to work efficiently without compromising safety, quality and delivery

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

• Some flexibility around working hours may be required e.g., early starts, ability to flex hours on occasion
• Although the job does not require heavy lifting, some lifting, bending, and reaching will be required. The role will involve being active for reasonable periods of time and working across multiple lab areas.
  Synergy is a Scientific Services provider with customers across the life sciences. Our team at Bristol Myers Squibb (BMS) supports the Analytical Leadership and Testing (ALT) function within the Regulated Analytical Sciences and Operations (RASO) department.

The role will be based in the newly opened, state-of-the‑art laboratories at Moreton, and will involve working closely with customer lab leads and scientific teams to deliver all aspects of the analytical testing of drug substances, intermediates and finished medicines in line with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).