Scientist - Downstream

Charles River Laboratories, Inc.; Newcastle-under-Lyme; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a dedicated Scientist to join their manufacturing site in Keele. In this role, you will contribute to critical project planning and technology transfers, executing analytical assays that support both in-house and contracted programs. Your expertise will help develop and transfer analytical methods while participating in multidisciplinary teams. This position offers the chance to make a significant impact on drug therapies and health outcomes globally. If you are passionate about science and eager to build a fulfilling career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant field such as Biology, Biotechnology, or Biochemistry.
• Practical lab experience in academic or industrial settings.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute analytical assays for MSAT team.
• Generate study plans and maintain accurate lab documentation.
• Train less experienced staff in techniques.

Skills

Biology

Biotechnology

Biochemistry

Laboratory Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Degree in Biology

Degree in Biotechnology

Degree in Biochemistry

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

Our manufacturing site in Keele is offering an opportunity for a Scientist.

Reporting to the Downstream Senior Scientist, the Scientist will be responsible for planning and executing analytical assays to support in-house and contracted programs within the MSAT team. The role also involves developing or transferring analytical methods and supporting wider processing activities within the team, including upstream, downstream, and molecular biology.

What You'll Be Doing:

1. Contributing to project planning and technology transfers by estimating resources and schedules.
2. Executing and completing assigned projects and operations on time.
3. Interpreting data and communicating results verbally and in writing.
4. Assessing data impact and relevance to process development or production.
5. Performing operations following training, maintaining training records, and updating manuals.
6. Assisting in the transfer and development of new techniques within MSAT and other areas.
7. Generating study plans, technical reports, SOPs, and Batch Records.
8. Participating in project teams and reporting work in meetings.
9. Maintaining accurate and timely documentation in lab notebooks and other records.
10. Being part of multidisciplinary teams across process development.
11. Training less experienced staff in techniques.
12. Leading project execution and process runs within their skill area.
13. Participating in and leading investigation teams as needed.

Skills and Experience:

• A degree in Biology, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, or equivalent.
• Practical laboratory or process experience in an academic or industrial setting.
• Strong organizational, planning, and contingency skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Practical expertise in their area of specialization.