Scientific Associate - Chromatographic Bioanalysis

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Tranent; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading contract research organization seeks a Scientific Associate in Tranent. In this role, you will perform analyses using HPLC and ensure compliance in laboratory studies. The ideal candidate holds a BSc in Chemistry and has experience with chromatographic techniques. This position offers a competitive salary of £27,163.48 annually and various benefits, including health care and employee discounts.

Benefits

Private healthcare

Subsidized electric car scheme

Personal life insurance equivalent to 6 times annual salary

Employee discount scheme

Paid volunteer day

Free onsite fitness suite

Discounted staff canteen

Free onsite parking

Qualifications

• A BSc in Chemistry or a related discipline.
• Experience using complex software packages is advantageous.
• Knowledge of sample preparation and chromatographic techniques.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Effective communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Use HPLC with MS detection for compound quantification.
• Carry out experiments supporting method validation.
• Document compliance with SOPs and protocols.
• Analyze data for quality and completeness.
• Record data according to regulatory standards.

Skills

Experience using HPLC

Knowledge of chromatographic techniques

Problem-solving skills

Effective communication skills

Education

BSc in Chemistry or related discipline

Tools

Complex software packages

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12.08.2025

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Job Description:

For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Scientific Associate for our Safety Assessment Group located in Elphinstone, Tranent. This position is a 12-month fixed-term contract.

The following are responsibilities related to the Scientific Associate position:

• Use HPLC with MS detection for quantification of compounds in liquid matrices.
• Use MSD for ligand binding assays or equivalent for quantification of compounds in liquid matrices.
• Carry out experiments in support of method validation and subsequent routine samples generated within GLP and/or GCP regulatory studies.
• Follow written instructions (SOPs, protocols, analytical procedures) and document details of steps carried out to ensure compliance through recreation of events.
• Perform technical laboratory activities in support of client studies or procedures.
• Analyze data for quality and completeness and determine if results are as expected.
• Record data in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.

The following are minimum qualifications related to the Scientific Associate position:

• A BSc in Chemistry or a related discipline.
• Experience using complex software packages is advantageous.
• Knowledge of sample preparation and chromatographic techniques.
• Good problem-solving skills and ability to work to tight deadlines while recording data accurately.
• Effective communication skills.

What you can expect from us:

• Clear career progression.
• World-class training and structured progression scheme.
• Private healthcare.
• Subsidized electric car scheme open to all employees.
• Personal life insurance equivalent to 6 times your annual salary.
• Employee discount scheme across hundreds of retailers.
• Paid opportunity to volunteer for one day each year.
• Free onsite fitness suite and lessons.
• Discounted staff canteen.
• Free onsite parking.

Salary for this role is £27,163.48 per annum. The closing date for applications is 18 August 2025.

Job Qualifications

About Safety Assessment: Charles River is committed to helping our partners expedite their preclinical drug development with exceptional safety assessment services, state-of-the-art facilities, and expert regulatory guidance. From individual specialty toxicology and IND-enabling studies to tailored packages and total laboratory support, our experienced team designs and executes programs that anticipate challenges and avoid roadblocks for a smooth, efficient journey to market. Approximately 300 IND programs are conducted annually in our Safety Assessment facilities.

About Charles River: Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both GLP and non-GLP, supporting clients from target identification through preclinical development. We also provide products and services for clinical laboratory testing and manufacturing. This broad portfolio allows clients to create a flexible drug development model, reducing costs and increasing speed to market.

With over 20,000 employees across 110 facilities in over 20 countries, we are positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives to resolve client challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical and biotech companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions worldwide.

At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving lives. Our mission, science, and purpose guide us daily, and our work helps improve health and well-being globally. We have contributed to 80% of drugs approved by the FDA in the past five years.

We value diversity and inclusion and actively recruit talent from all backgrounds.