Lab Operations Trainee

MedPharm Ltd; Guildford; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job description

General Information

Title: Lab Operations Trainee

Date: March 25, 2025

Site: Guildford

FLSA Status (US Only):

Department:

Reporting To: Associate Director

Position Summary

To contribute to the upkeep of the R&D laboratory and to ensure compliance with GxP regulations and as per MedPharm’s QMS. Significant internal and external relationship with Technical Support Management Team, R&D and GMP Lab Teams, Study Managers / Project Managers, QA Management Team, Suppliers and Contractors and Finance.

Essential Functions

1. Responsibility for ensuring that the R&D laboratory areas and equipment are kept to the required standards of cleanliness and that the areas are clear and tidy.
2. To undertake general and clinical waste disposal as defined in SOPs and follow management instruction.
3. To support the internal and external qualification and maintenance of equipment as required including but not limited to; daily balance verification, equipment temperature monitoring, stability cabinet maintenance and on-site engineer visits.
4. To assist with the stock check, procurement and receipt of commercial chemicals, consumables, manufacturing vessels and packaging.
5. To assist with the receipt, storage and disposal of Test and Reference material, and ensure timely release for project use.
6. Assist the R&D laboratory departments, Project Managers and Study Managers by arranging and packing shipments as required.
7. Assist with laboratory operations email requests as required.
8. To promptly report any issues or deviations from SOPs to the Laboratory Operations Team Leader and / or Departmental Head of Department.
9. Assist with routine facilities maintenance activities, contractor visits, and general reporting of faults within the facility for rectification to Management.
10. To ensure all activities are undertaken in line with MedPharm Health and Safety policies and COSHH regulations, and to always ensure the safety of others.
11. To ensure all GxP regulations and MedPharm SOPs (Standard Operating Procedures) are adhered to promote audit readiness and support the Laboratory Team Leader with preparation for internal and external audits.
12. Responsible for maintaining personal training files and ensuring training competency prior to undertaking any task.
13. To perform any other tasks at request of the Senior Management.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

An interest in Science and the Pharmaceutical industry · A methodical approach to work and highly organised · Ability to work independently and contribute to the team · Good communication skills (written and oral) · IT literate · Ability to multi-task, manage time efficiently and prioritise · Willingness to learn as suitable training will be provided as and when required to carry out the role

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.