Analytical Scientist

Orbia; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A pioneering company in the development of solutions for clean water and food security is seeking an Analytical Scientist for their Thornton Science Park facility. This role involves supporting compliance and analytical testing processes, along with training others in the team's procedures. Ideal candidates will have relevant scientific qualifications and experience in a laboratory environment, contributing to innovative advancements that enhance quality and compliance.

Qualifications

• Experience working in a Development/QC testing laboratory.
• Knowledge of cGMP development laboratory environment.

Responsibilities

• Source, install, and qualify Analytical Equipment.
• Generate plans, protocols, and reports based on testing activities.
• Maintain and calibrate Analytical Equipment.

Skills

Computer literacy

Numeracy proficiency

Education

HNC in science-related subject

Job description

You are purpose driven. Growth minded. Ready to stretch your potential. That's the spirit of the community you will find at Orbia: where the purpose to advance life around the world drives our global team of over 23,000 every single day.

From creating solutions to deliver clean water, secure food supplies, and reliable information to steering material advances that power the future of green and smart cities, transportation, and healthcare, we never settle for "good enough" when there's an opportunity to make life better. Where purpose comes to life, it changes lives. This is what we live for.

Fluor and Energy Materials, an Orbia business, is hiring an Analytical Scientist to be based at Thornton Science Park, Cheshire, UK.

Main Purpose

Support the MDI Services business analytical testing requirements in compliance with applicable cGMP guidelines.

Main Responsibilities

• Source, install, and qualify Analytical Equipment.
• Undertake validation, verification, and transfer of Analytical Test Procedures to and from the Fluor and Energy Materials MDI services facility.
• Generate plans, protocols, and reports based on approved activities.
• Collect, prepare, and perform testing on samples using Analytical Test Procedures.
• Record and analyze test data according to Standard Operating Procedures.
• Clean, maintain, calibrate, and assess the performance of the Analytical Equipment.
• Provide test results and experimental data to agreed schedules.
• Produce timely and accurate reports to management.
• Write SOPs for approval.
• Conduct risk assessments and recommend improvements to laboratory procedures, techniques, and technologies.
• Maintain inventory control of materials, equipment, and consumables, and re-order stocks as required.
• Develop training materials and provide training to other members of Fluor and Energy Materials MDI Services team.
• Supervise temporary staff and students working in the laboratory.
• Enforce company policies and safety regulations for operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Minimum: HNC in science-related subject.

Knowledge/Experience Required

• Experience of working in a Development/QC testing laboratory.
• Knowledge of working in a cGMP development laboratory environment.
• Excellent computer literacy, and numeracy proficiency.

Behaviors that can help you succeed at Orbia:

• Develop yourself & Others
• Foster Collaboration & Inclusion
• Drive Results
• Provide Vision & Direction

We welcome purpose-driven dreamers, doers, and builders, recognizing that it takes difference to make a difference. If you're ready to bring your skills, talents, and perspective to moving your career, the company, people, and the planet forward, we'd like to hear from you.

We believe that every voice matters; every community deserves respect; and every challenge is an opportunity. United by empathy, we are stronger for our different perspectives. We are dedicated to building a more diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that supports the needs of all our employees regardless of their role, location, identity, and background.