Research Scientist

Pharmaron; Rushden; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract research organization in Rushden seeks a Research Scientist to contribute to innovative drug development. Candidates should possess a BSc in Chemistry or a related subject and have analytical skills. Join a dynamic team where you can grow and make a real impact in life sciences. Competitive salary and employee benefits offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive employee benefits

Funding for training programs

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical or biochemistry laboratory is desirable.
• Ability to work in a GLP environment is a plus.
• Commitment to self-development and learning.

Responsibilities

• Perform established analytical procedures and general lab tasks.
• Support team members and prepare samples for analysis.
• Act as a Study Supervisor ensuring high standards are met.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Team collaboration

Time management

Education

BSc (Hons) in Chemistry or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

Join Pharmaron as a Research Scientist and be part of a team driving innovation in drug development. In this hands-on lab-based role, you’ll contribute to cutting-edge in vivo metabolism studies, support global regulatory research and analysis. It’s a chance to apply your degree in a meaningful way, learn from experienced scientists, and grow in a company that values curiosity, collaboration, and continuous development.

What we offer

• Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting!
• Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
• A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here!

Requirements

• BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biomedical Sciences or related subject
• Previous experience of working in an analytical, biochemistry, or similar laboratory (desirable)
• Experience of working to GLP (desirable)
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software
• Accountable
• Dedicated
• Ability to work as part of a team
• Conscientious and meticulous in laboratory and written work
• Good time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines
• Prioritisation and scheduling
• Willing to get involved with new ideas and initiatives
• Flexible, e.g. willingness to amend working pattern to meet study requirements, including on occasions early starts, long days or weekend working
• Commitment to self-development and learning
• A “can do” attitude

Key roles and responsibilities

• Perform established analytical procedures
• Conduct general laboratory tasks
• Support other members of staff as appropriate or as directed by management
• Prepare samples for quantification, chromatography, or other analysis
• Assist in the development of new analytical procedures and study types
• Perform more complex experimental techniques, including dose preparation, dose administration, and HPLC setup and analysis
• Act as a Study Supervisor on assigned studies, ensuring tasks are completed to a high standard, including:
• Preparing dose theory calculations
• Supervising Laboratory Technicians on assigned studies
• Calculating and QC checking data for review
• Preparing experimental worksheets
• Checking for repeat analysis as appropriate
• Preparing study updates and data for communication to the client and reports

Our Company

“We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges”.

We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.

Based in Northamptonshire, our Rushden site is a centre of excellence for Radiolabeled Sciences incorporating both Metabolism (which includes Clinical Metabolism, Pre-clinical ADME, In vitro and DDI services, Large Molecule Metabolism, Environmental Fate, Plant Metabolism and Metabolite Identification) in addition to Chemistry (which includes API and IMP manufacture). We offer our employees a supportive teamwork environment, enabling them to develop and liberate their true potential.

• We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits.
• We offer state of the art working environment on site.
• We offer the opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes.

Why Should You Apply?

• This is an opportunity for you as a Chemistry professional to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department.
• Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards.
• To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do.

Pharmaron is a premier R&D service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities having established diverse drug R&D service capabilities, ranging from synthetic, medicinal, and analytical chemistry, biology, DMPK, pharmacology, drug safety assessment, radiochemistry and isotopically labelled metabolism, chemical & pharmaceutical development to clinical development. With operations in China, US and UK staffed by over 21,000 employees, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.