Development Scientist

Upperton Pharma Solutions; Beeston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A Nottingham-based pharmaceutical company is seeking a Development Scientist I/II to work on the development of new drug products. This role involves practical project work, operating manufacturing equipment, and ensuring quality documentation. Ideal candidates will have experience in analytical testing or formulation development and excellent communication skills. Competitive salary and benefits include 25 days holiday, a pension package, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

25 days holiday and your birthday off!

Company contributory pension package

Life insurance

Private Medical Insurance

Free onsite car parking

Employee events throughout the year

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical testing and/or formulation development.
• Must have excellent communication, influencing, and troubleshooting skills.
• Meticulous attention to detail and good time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Undertake practical and written project work as directed.
• Operate various equipment for manufacturing and testing.
• Complete accurate process documentation to support laboratory work.

Skills

Analytical testing experience

Formulation development background

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Education

Relevant degree in a scientific discipline

Job description

Development Scientist I/II (R&D Formulation or Analytical)

Upperton Pharma Solutions is a Nottingham-based CDMO that specialises in the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical products, providing a complete service from early-stage feasibility to GMP clinical manufacture. Formulations cover a range of delivery routes, typically including oral (tablets & capsules), nasal and inhaled.

Continued growth and investment in the business have led to the creation of exciting new job opportunities in our development and manufacturing headquarters in Beeston, Nottingham. Upperton Pharma Solutions is undergoing a period of significant expansion to meet international customer demand and offer a comprehensive drug development portfolio. Now is a great time to join our team.

The Development Scientist I/II will be directly involved in all aspects of the processes used in the development of new and existing drug products (with dosage forms including, but not limited to, tablets, capsules, liquids, inhalers and nasal devices).

Main Duties And Responsibilities

Undertake practical and written project work as directed, using the companys processes safely to meet project requirements.

Operate various equipment involved in the manufacturing and testing of materials and products at both laboratory and pilot scales.

Complete accurate process documentation to support laboratory work, manufacturing and quality control including operating records, lab books, batch records and project reports.

Prepare technical documentation, including standard operating procedures and risk assessments.

Work within the Upperton Quality System.

Essential Skills And Experience

Experience in an analytical testing and/or formulation development background

Must have excellent communication, influencing and troubleshooting skills.

Ability to effectively contribute within a team environment and work on own initiative.

Meticulous attention to detail.

Excellent planning and organisational skills.

Ability to work accurately under pressure and to meet deadlines.

Good time management skills.

What You Will Get In Return

We offer employees not only a competitive salary but also an excellent suite of benefits including:

25 days holiday and your birthday off!

Company contributory pension package

Life insurance

Upperton Rewards discount platform through reward gateway

Private Medical Insurance through Vitality

Internal and external training courses and professional development support

Free onsite car parking

We know it is the little things that make every day special, so we also organise employee events for you to attend throughout the year, like our annual Christmas party, summer party and charity fund raising events.

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