Pharmaceutical Chemistry Technician

Taylorollinson; East Hagbourne; On-site; GBP 34,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylorollinson Ltd in Oxfordshire seeks a Pharmaceutical Chemistry Technician (life sciences grads) for a permanent, full-time position. The role includes supporting scale-up production of APIs on pilot-plant scale, operating purification equipment, and monitoring progress using analytical tools.

The role requires 12-hour rotating day/night shifts and adherence to GMP. Ideal candidates are recent graduates in life sciences (chemistry/pharmaceuticals), with understanding of GMP and analytical

Qualifications

• Recently graduated from University with a degree in life sciences (chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences preferred).
• GMP knowledge desirable within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Analytical chemistry techniques such as GC-MS, HPLC, and NMR; use of these equipment is desirable.
• Ability to plan, organise and manage time effectively (essential).
• Excellent written and verbal communication with customers and colleagues (essential).
• Ability to multitask and manage multiple tasks simultaneously (essential).
• Strong sense of accountability (essential).
• Willingness to work 12-hour rotating day/night shifts (essential).
• Right to work in the UK without visa sponsorship now or in the future (essential).

Responsibilities

• Support scale-up production of organic compounds for APIs on pilot-plant scale up to 150 kg.
• Operate, troubleshoot and maintain purification equipment, reaction vessels and mixers to optimise production.
• Use analytical equipment to monitor reaction progress.
• Accurately complete written documents and report irregularities.
• Adhere to GMP standards and company procedures to maintain high safety standards.

Skills

Time management

Written and verbal communication

Multitasking

Accountability

Education

BSc Life Sciences / Chemistry

Tools

GC-MS

HPLC

NMR

Job description

Pharmaceutical Chemistry Technician (Suitable for life science graduates)

Location - Oxfordshire

Salary - £34,000 - £36,000 (including shift bonus)

Contract - Permanent, full time

This role is a shift-based position - 12 hour shifts with an even split of day shifts and night shifts

Our client is a leading pharmaceutical CRO based in Oxfordshire who are offering an exciting opportunity for an enthusiastic and hard-working individual to join their expanding pharmaceutical operative team. This position is open to recent University Chemistry graduates who are looking for a fantastic opportunity to step into pharmaceutical manufacturing.

This role is a shift-based position - 12 hour shifts with an even split of day shifts and night shifts

The Role

• Supporting the scale-up production of organic compounds to be used as APIs (Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients) on pilot-plant scale up to 150kg.
• Operation, troubleshooting and maintenance of purification equipment, reaction vessels and mixers to optimise production of pharmaceutical products.
• Use of analytical equipment to monitor reaction progress.
• Additionally, you will be required to accurately complete written documents and report any irregularities.
• This will be done whilst adhering to GMP standards, following company procedures to maintain the high safety standards of our client.

Skills and Experience Needed

• Recently graduated from University with a degree in life sciences. Preferably chemistry or pharmaceutical sciences (essential, equivalent experience in a similar role or education is welcome)
• An understanding of GMP and regulations within the pharmaceutical industry (desirable)
• Understanding of analytical chemistry techniques such as GC-MS, HPLC, NMR (essential, use of these equipment is desirable)
• The ability to efficiently organise, plan and time manage (essential)
• The ability to effectively communicate with both customers and colleagues; both written and verbally (essential)
• The ability to simultaneously manage multiple tasks (essential)
• A large sense of accountability (essential)
• Willingness to work 12 hour rotating shift patterns during days and nights (essential)
• Right to work in the UK without need for visa sponsorship now, or in the future (essential).

The Package

Being a leading pharmaceutical CRO, our client is offering the chance to be part of a growing organisation on a permanent basis, with a competitive salary and generous shift allowance