Protein Scientist

Piramal Healthcare UK Limited; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking a Protein Scientist to drive laboratory experiments, data collection and analysis aligned with customer requirements. You will support technology transfer and development of robust processes with adherence to safety and quality standards.

The role involves collaboration with development, quality and manufacturing teams, with opportunities to train junior staff and contribute to project timelines and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Plan and carry out experiments and analysis to support technology transfer and development.
• Record all laboratory work in notebooks and compile results for technical reports.
• Communicate with clients professionally when required.
• Follow lab procedures to ensure safe, high-quality work.
• Coordinate with PDev, ADev, QC and manufacturing to progress development.
• Provide on-the-job training to new personnel.

Job description

Company Overview

Be the First to Apply Division Piramal Pharma Solutions Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a Complex Hospital Generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over-the- counter products. In addition, one of PPL's associate companies, AbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited is a JV with AbbVie Inc. and has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area. Further, PPL has a minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. In October 2020, PPL received a 20% strategic growth investment from the Carlyle Group.

Job Title

Protein Scientist

Chief Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Laboratory work:
  • Plan and carry out experiments and analysis, as outlined by the project lead, to ensure effective technology transfer and development of fit for purpose processes in line with customer requirements.
  • Record all laboratory work in standard official notebooks and compile results and observations for incorporation into technical reports. Adhere to the relevant procedures.
  • Client communication (as required) in a professional manner.
• Quality:
  • Follow laboratory procedures to ensure that the work is carried out safely, effectively, and to an appropriate quality standard
  • Follow protocols and procedures
• Manufacturing Support:
  • Communicate with other technical personnel in PDev, ADev, QC and manufacturing to exchange information and results that are required to assist in progressing development work.
  • Carry out manufacturing support for first time manufacturing operations, troubleshoot scaled-up processes and providing first-line technical support.
• Housekeeping / ESH:
  • Ensure the development laboratory and other associated areas are kept in control and in a compliant manner.
  • Ensure safety and hygiene standards are maintained
  • Comply with COSHH and Risk assessments
• Training:
  • Provide on the job training to new or inexperienced personnel in both laboratory procedures and equipment use
• Critical Tasks:
  • Ensure project timelines are met
  • Ensure accuracy of raw data and analytical interpretations
  • Identify opportunities for enhance efficiency, cost control and safety/development performance

Key Result Areas & Measures (Quantitative/KPI/Qualitative)

• Provide experimental effort for development projects and assist project lead in data collation for presentation and reporting.
• Work within the operational and ESH guidelines of the company
• Financial deliverables.

PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.