Manufacturing Scientist I

Thermofisher Scientific; Basingstoke; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific company in Basingstoke is seeking a Manufacturing Scientist I to join their team. The role involves conducting laboratory investigations for technical projects focused on quality control and compliance. Candidates should have a degree in a microbiological subject and ideally some experience in a lab setting. The company offers a supportive environment to grow and tackle diverse scientific challenges.

Qualifications

• 0-2 years' experience working in a microbiology laboratory.
• Experience as an end user of Oxoid products is beneficial, but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on various technical projects.
• Collaborate with colleagues to find effective solutions.
• Prepare detailed technical reports to support resolution of incidents.

Skills

Experience in microbiology laboratory

Ability to handle class 2 microorganisms

Strong problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Education

Degree in microbiological or related subject

Job description

Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Strong Odors (chemical, lubricants, biological products etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials, Manufacturing Scientist I position reporting to the Department Manager. You will work in a team of scientists on the laboratory investigation of technical projects, including, Quality Notifications, batch failure investigations, material qualifications and Incidents/CAPAs. The jobholder is jointly responsible for the support of the culture media and associated products range and the respective manufacturing processes. This includes dehydrated Culture Media (DCM), Raw Materials, Freeze Dried Supplements (FDS) and Liquid Fill products manufactured in Basingstoke, and prepared media manufactured in Perth and Wesel.

Responsibilities

• Conduct investigations on various technical projects, such as Quality Notifications and Incidents/CAPAs.
• Carry out small projects within agreed schedules.
• Collaborate with colleagues from different departments to find effective solutions to technical issues.
• Plan and manage your own work within project boundaries, with guidance from Senior Scientists and Supervisor.
• Handle multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities.
• Communicate findings from technical investigations, interpret unexpected results, and propose further actions to resolve issues.
• Prepare detailed technical reports to support the resolution of Incidents/Change Control.

Qualifications

The jobholder should hold a degree or equivalent in a microbiological (or related) subject, though this is not essential, with 0-2 years' experience working in a microbiology laboratory. Experience as an end user of Oxoid products, would be of benefit, but is not essential. The jobholder will be expected to handle class 2 (and 3, depending on vaccination status) microorganisms and hazardous chemicals in a safe manner, according to the department and company safety rules.