Scientist I - 9 Months FTC

Danaher; Portsmouth; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company in the Life Sciences sector is seeking dedicated individuals to contribute to life-changing solutions. In this role, you will engage in critical laboratory testing, ensuring compliance with safety protocols while collaborating with a passionate team. This position offers a unique opportunity to grow your career in a dynamic environment that values continuous learning and improvement. Join a diverse workforce committed to making a real impact on human health through science and technology.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in a Chemical or Engineering Discipline.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and measurement methods.

Responsibilities

• Review job requests and understand testing requirements.
• Perform test work and record data accurately.
• Operate and troubleshoot laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical Skills

Laboratory Techniques

PC Based Programs

Education

Degree in Chemical or Engineering Discipline

Job description

Be part of something altogether life-changing!

Working at Cytiva in the Life Sciences industry means being at the forefront of providing new solutions to transform human health. Our incredible customers undertake life-saving activities ranging from fundamental biological research to developing innovative vaccines, new medicines, and cell and gene therapies.

At Cytiva you will be able to continuously improve yourself and us – working on challenges that truly matter with people that care for each other, our customers, and their patients. With associates across 40 countries, Cytiva is a place where every day is a learning opportunity – so you can grow your career and expand your skills in the long term.

Cytiva is one of 10 Life Sciences companies of Danaher. Together, we accelerate the discovery, development and delivery of solutions that safeguard and improve human health.

What you’ll do:

• Review job requests, relevant safety data and fully understand testing requirements in accordance with laboratory SOPs.
• Perform test work according to laboratory request requirements. Record raw data directly onto datasheets or electronically, immediately notifying laboratory management of any test delays, problems, or deviations.
• Review timelines and discuss schedule conflicts or modifications with laboratory management (and Quality Organization, where necessary)
• Correctly operate, understand and be able to troubleshoot all equipment/instrumentation necessary to support testing.
• Understand how various laboratory systems (including purchasing, calibration, materials inventory) are maintained. Responsibility for maintenance of such a system may be assigned.

Who you are:

• Degree or equivalent in a Chemical and or Engineering Discipline or the equivalent work experience that provides knowledge and exposure to fundamental theories and concepts.
• Knowledge of laboratory techniques and measurement methods.
• Strong analytical skills to analyse test results and interpret data.
• Work safely and comply with the company’s health, safety and environmental (HSE) policies and procedures.
• Conversant with PC based programmes.

It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:

• Understanding of GMP regulations

Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.

For more information, visit www.danaher.com.

At Danaher, we value diversity and the existence of similarities and differences, both visible and not, found in our workforce, workplace and throughout the markets we serve. Our associates, customers and shareholders contribute unique and different perspectives as a result of these diverse attributes.