Technical Services Specialist

Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Technical Services Specialist to drive product commercialization and optimization projects in the veterinary pharmaceuticals sector. This role involves providing technical support, troubleshooting, and implementing process improvements while ensuring compliance with regulatory standards. Join a dynamic team dedicated to enhancing animal health and welfare, and enjoy a collaborative work environment that values innovation and professional growth. With opportunities for training and development, this position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in a growing global organization.

Benefits

36-hour work week with every other Friday off

Training and development opportunities

22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays

Option to buy additional holiday

8% employer pension contribution

Free access to Headspace app

Employee Assistance Programme

Free on-site parking

Qualifications

• 4+ years of industrial experience in pharmaceuticals or related fields.
• Experience in designing and implementing product lifecycle strategies.

Responsibilities

• Support Technical Manager and represent department on project teams.
• Execute product commercialization projects and prepare GMP documentation.
• Lead problem-solving efforts and document resolutions.

Skills

Problem-solving skills

Technical knowledge

Process validation

Scientific recommendations

Education

Degree in life sciences

Degree in engineering

Degree in pharmaceutics

Degree in chemistry

Tools

Pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment

Job description

Vacancies

Technical Services Specialist

Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we're delighted you want to learn more about Dechra.

Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleagues globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business.

The Opportunity

We'll look to you to provide technical support for executing new product commercialization/scale-up projects (primarily solid dose) from Dechra PD (Product Development) and drive optimization projects for currently approved products from the site or from other internal sites or CMOs (Contract Manufacturing Organizations) using a product lifecycle approach. You'll troubleshoot current commercialized products, assist in new equipment selection, and manage significant process changes.

What will you be doing?

This role has a broad and varied remit. Responsibilities include:

1. Supporting the Technical Manager and representing the department on project teams.
2. Executing product commercialization projects for the site, including NPIs and post-approval changes, collaborating closely with Product Development, Production, and QA teams, preparing GMP documentation, scheduling, raw material acquisition, and supervising engineering batch manufacture.
3. Identifying potential process improvements for existing products, proposing formulation/process optimizations, and supporting their implementation.
4. Providing technical support across departments to solve problems as they occur.
5. Leading problem-solving and resolution efforts with proper documentation.
6. Assisting in evaluating new equipment and facilitating its transfer to production, including staff training.
7. Evaluating and qualifying alternative raw material sources.
8. Taking project leadership for technical activities during product commercialization, registration, optimization, validation, and launch, using a product lifecycle approach and statistical methods.
9. Assessing products/projects for development and commercialization for optimization or site transfer.
10. Implementing the product lifecycle program to ensure compliance with Dechra's standards and global regulatory expectations.
11. Proactively troubleshooting formulation and process issues to improve quality and supply continuity.

What do I need to bring to the table?

We value diversity and encourage candidates from all backgrounds. Ideally, candidates will have:

• A degree in life sciences, engineering, pharmaceutics, chemistry, or related fields.
• Relevant work experience with technical knowledge, problem-solving skills, understanding of process validation, and ability to coordinate multiple activities.
• The ability to make sound scientific recommendations.
• At least 4 years of industrial experience in the pharmaceutical or related industry, or equivalent education and experience, with knowledge of regulatory and industry guidance.
• Experience in designing, developing, and implementing technical transfer and product lifecycle strategies for various dosage forms.

Desirable skills/experience

• Hands-on knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing equipment and supervision of batch manufacturing.
• Experience with potent products and containment systems.
• Supervisory experience is beneficial.
• Understanding of dosage form development, process development techniques, cGMP, FDA, and EMA regulations, and current trends.
• Experience with solid dose formulation and scale-up.

Due to the nature of our business, successful candidates will need to complete a basic DBS check before employment, paid for by Dechra.

• Average 36-hour work week with every other Friday off.
• Training and development opportunities.
• 22.5 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Option to buy additional holiday.
• 8% employer pension contribution.
• Free access to Headspace app.
• Employee Assistance Programme.
• Free on-site parking.

We review all applications and will contact suitable candidates. If you don't hear from us within 28 days, your CV may be kept for future opportunities. For questions, contact us at [e-mail].

Dechra is a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals, dedicated to improving animal health and welfare worldwide, guided by our culture and values.