Associate Scientist, Process Development

MedPharm

Greater London

On-site

GBP 30,000 - 40,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

A pharmaceutical development company is seeking an Associate Scientist in Process Development. You will assist scientists in executing projects while adhering to GxP regulations. Candidates should have a BSc in a relevant field and skills in problem-solving and teamwork. This full-time role based in Guildford offers opportunities to maintain high laboratory standards and ensure successful project execution.

Qualifications

Knowledge of testing according to a monograph, e.g., USP.
Experience moving through different scales of manufacture.
Knowledge of emulsions and excipients.

Responsibilities

Assist in executing projects within the set timeline.
Perform experiments in compliance with GxP regulations.
Maintain communication with internal stakeholders.

Skills

Solution-focused

Attention to detail

Problem solving

Ability to work independently and within a team

Education

BSc in a relevant field

Tools

Emulsions

Excipients

Job description

Associate Scientist, Process Development

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General Information:

General Information:

Title: Associate Scientist, Process DevelopmentDepartment: Process DevelopmentSite: Guildford, UKReporting To: Team Leader

Position Summary

To assist the Scientist / Senior Scientist in executing projects within the set timeline. Perform pre-defined experiments according to the study plan and in compliance with GxP regulations and MedPharm’s QMS.

Essential Functions

Adhere to MedPharm ethos and comply with MedPharm’s SOPs, policies and QMS systems
Maintain confidentiality of information and data
Assist more senior team members in executing projects in accordance with the study documentation, experimental designs, and SOPs, in agreed timelines and in compliance with MedPharm’s QMS
Maintain cross-functional communication with the internal stakeholders of the project(s) being worked on.
Review literature (including equipment operating procedures) in preparation for studies and regularly update knowledge by reading appropriate literature and / or attending appropriate training courses / webinars
Under the guidance of a more senior team member, manufacture and fill formulations as required for the stage of the project, including but not limited to, working on BMRs to provide toxicology batches in Process Development and clinical batches in GMP
Characterise formulations during different project phases
To communicate the progress of studies to the Team Leader / Scientist / Senior Scientist / Study Manager as appropriate and other internal stakeholders where required
Assist Team Leader / Scientist / Senior Scientist / Study Manager with data input for written project updates
Attend and contribute to internal project meetings as required
Plan and organise the work with a certain degree of autonomy with due consideration to the resources.
To report any amendments and deviations from SOPs and study plans / testing protocols to Team Leader / Scientist / Senior Scientist / Study Manager as appropriate
Ensure that all activities are carried out in line with MedPharm’s Health and Safety policy and COSHH regulations to ensure the safety of themselves and others in any procedures or tasks performed
Assist other team members as and when required to complete project work.
Assist in the smooth running of laboratory activities and maintenance of laboratory standards in compliance with MedPharm’s QMS
To undertake general waste disposal and contribute to the general tidiness and cleanliness of the laboratory environment
Maintain training records
To be sufficiently trained to undertake GMP activities on request

Supervisory responsibilities:

None

Key Relationships:

Departmental Scientists of all grades
Study managers
Head of Department
Technicians
Quality assurance

Travel requirements:

None

Education And Experience

BSc in a relevant field

Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities

Knowledge:

Emulsions
Excipients
Testing according to a monograph, e.g., USP
Moving through different scales of manufacture

Skills:

Solution-focused
Attention to detail
Problem solving
Ability to work independently and within a team

Physical Demands and Work Environment

While performing the duties of this job, there may be certain physical demands required for the position.

Regularly required to walk within production and laboratory areas
May be required to stand for extended periods
Exposure to cleanroom environments and temperature-controlled zones

Other Duties

You may be asked to take on any other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably asked.

Limitations and Disclaimer

The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the workplace to ensure the role is accessible to all candidates, including those with disabilities. To perform the job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.

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