Research And Development Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Abingdon; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global medical products company seeks a Research and Development Scientist to join their team based in Abingdon. This role focuses on laboratory development, involving analytical methods and various lab systems including HPLC and FTIR. Ideal candidates will hold an MSc or PhD in Chemistry with at least 3 years of relevant experience and exhibit excellent organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of hands-on experience in a lab environment.
• Independent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills are essential.
• Experience in drafting SOPs, technical reports, and working instructions.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate analytical test methods as outlined in protocols.
• Responsible for research and method development in lab systems.
• Oversee training for new lab members.

Skills

Problem-solving

Organizational skills

Metrology

Data interpretation

Communication

Attention to detail

Multitasking

Team collaboration

Education

MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

UV-Vis

Fluorimetry

FTIR

SIFT-Mass Spectrometry

Microsoft Office Suite

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SRG

Location:

abingdon, United Kingdom

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Other

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Posted:

04.06.2025

Expiry Date:

19.07.2025

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Job Description:

• Job Title: Research and Development Scientist
• Contract: Permanent
• Location: Milton Park, Abingdon

We are working on an exciting opportunity for an R&D Scientist t to join a global medical products and technologies company. Our client is focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care.

Job Summary

This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated proactive individual to join the team in primarily a lab-based Development Analyst role carrying out Research and Development and implementation of in-house analytical methods; you will have experience with several lab systems including HPLC, UV-Vis, fluorimetry and FTIR. This lab-based role will focus on the various in-house chemistries, including, but not limited to acidified nitrite and nitric-oxide centric analysis. You will be knowledgeable in Method Development and Validation of Assays, as well as, drafting SOPs, Reports, Test Methods, Study Plans and Technical Documents. Proficiency in metrology and asset management and/or SIFT-Mass Spectrometry would be a distinct advantage (include equipment purchase cycles, calibrations, servicing IQOQ, PM/PQ).

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and calibrate Carry out GxP analytical test method as outlined in Technical Documents or Protocols.
• Responsible for Research, Method Development and trouble-shooting lab systems including, HPLC, UV-Vis, fluorimetry Dynamic Wound Models and FT-IR.
• Oversee training new lab members.
• You will draft and review Protocols, Working Instructions, Technical Documents, Technical Reports and SOPs.
• Adept at asset management and equipment purchase.
• You will use your eQMS experience to carry out lab work in a GxP regulatory environment.
• Carry out data interpretation, data processing and generating graphical outputs.

Requirements

• MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry.
• 3 to 5+ years knowledge and successful hands-on experience
• Must possess independent problem-solving and trouble shooting skills.
• The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure and with minimum supervision.
• Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
• Expertise in metrology/ asset management.
• Knowledge of SIFT-Mass Spectrometry would be an advantage.
• Help to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the lab.
• Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
• Ability to multitask projects and collaborate effectively with other team members.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Proven ability for original thinking.
• Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).