Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist

Russell Taylor Group; Wirral; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group in Wirral is seeking a Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist to join a growing laboratory team. You will perform particle size analysis, microscopy, material characterisation and analytical testing on pharmaceutical materials.

Working 35 hours per week, Monday to Friday, you will record data accurately, troubleshoot technical issues and support new equipment and process implementation. A degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, or Pharmaceutical Science with 1–2+ years’ lab

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related subject.
• 1–2+ years' relevant laboratory experience preferred.
• Experience with particle size analysis and microscopy advantageous.
• Experience with XRF and XRD beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Particle size analysis, microscopy, and material characterisation.
• Analytical testing of pharmaceutical materials in the lab.
• Accurate recording and interpretation of laboratory data.
• Operating analytical laboratory equipment and troubleshooting issues.
• Supporting new equipment and process implementation.

Skills

Particle size analysis

Microscopy

Powder flow characterisation

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related subject

Tools

XRF

XRD

Job description

Pharmaceutical Materials Scientist

Location: Wirral

Hours: 35 hours, Monday-Friday

£32,000 CIRCA

Russell Taylor is working with a global testing company; who are looking to recruit for an experienced Scientist (particle size, microscopy etc); the company are expanding and it's a great time to join this growing business.

This is a hands-on laboratory role involving particle size analysis, microscopy, material characterisation and analytical testing.

You will be hands-on in the laboratory, carrying out a range of physical and analytical testing across pharmaceutical materials, supporting development and investigative work.

Your experience may include:

• Particle size analysis
• Microscopy and morphology assessment
• Powder flow characterisation
• BET / surface area testing
• Physical testing of pharmaceutical materials
• Operating analytical laboratory equipment
• Investigating results and troubleshooting technical issues
• Accurate recording and interpretation of laboratory data
• Supporting new equipment and process implementation

We're looking for:

• Degree in Chemistry, Materials Science, Pharmaceutical Science or related subject
• Ideally 1-2+ years' relevant laboratory experience
• Previous experience with particle size analysis and microscopy
• Experience in XRF, XRD
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and communication skills
• Pharmaceutical experience would be advantageous

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