HPLC Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Liverpool City Region; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in diagnostics is seeking a skilled HPLC Scientist to join their dynamic team. In this pivotal role, you will develop and validate analytical methods for antibiotic content in diagnostic devices, ensuring compliance with GLP standards. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining HPLC equipment and training laboratory staff in specialized techniques. If you are passionate about analytical chemistry and looking to make a significant impact in a growing field, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in HPLC method development and validation.
• Strong understanding of GMP and ISO standards.

Responsibilities

• Prepare detailed study reports for external pharmaceutical companies.
• Maintain and troubleshoot HPLC laboratory equipment.

Skills

HPLC Maintenance

Analytical Chemistry

Method Development

Troubleshooting

GMP Knowledge

Education

BSc in Chemistry

BSc in Analytical Chemistry

Tools

HPLC Equipment

Analytical Devices

Job description

Job Description

My client is a leading diagnostics company, supplying pharmaceutical, clinical, and industrial labs with their products on a global scale.

Reporting in to the R&D Manager, you will be responsible for:

1. Preparing and delivering, to defined schedules and timescales, accurate and detailed study reports for external pharmaceutical companies and/or CROs to GLP standards.
2. Providing analytical chemistry support to the group engaged in non-clinical laboratory studies, principally in the provision and development of validated HPLC methods for assessing the quality and quantity of antibacterial compounds in developmental diagnostic devices.
3. Maintaining and troubleshooting HPLC laboratory equipment and other analytical devices, including preparing validated standard operating procedures for routine operation, cleaning, and maintenance of analytical equipment.
4. Developing, validating, and embedding analytical methods for testing the antibiotic content of existing company products.
5. Supporting the training of other laboratory staff at all levels in techniques and proper use of specialized analytical equipment such as HPLC.
6. Effectively transferring analytical methodology into routine quality control operations.

The ideal candidate for the HPLC Scientist position will have:

1. A BSc degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a similar subject.
2. A good understanding of GMP, ISO13485, ISO 9001, ISO17025.
3. At least 2 years of experience in HPLC maintenance, troubleshooting, method development, and validation.

Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Our client is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

If you are an experienced HPLC Scientist with method development experience, please apply now!