We take great pride in our vast range of chemical and biochemical products and our high standards can only be maintained through great people who share our values and desire to do the very best job possible every day.
We acknowledge the important part our team members, who are based over three continents with manufacturing laboratories and distribution centres in Switzerland, Austria, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom, Ireland, Germany Slovakia, China, and the United States play in our continued success.
Overview
We are looking for a motivated Quality Control/ Analytical Chemist to join our analytical laboratory team based in Compton, Newbury. This role is ideal for someone with a strong interest in analytical chemistry who enjoys practical laboratory work and wants to develop their technical skills within a supportive QC environment.
The successful candidate will support analytical testing, method development activities, and laboratory operations using a range of chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
Main Responsibilities
- Carry out analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products
- Perform routine laboratory analysis using a range of analytical techniques including:
- Record, review, and report analytical data accurately
- Support method development for new products using HPLC, IC or GC
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Perform instruments and method quality checks to ensure the reliability of generated data.
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Supporting laboratory investigations through data evaluation and problem solving
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Assist with troubleshooting analytical methods and instrumentation
- Contribute to method validation activities where required
- Complete laboratory documentation in accordance with SOPs and quality procedures
- Ensure analytical reports and data are maintained correctly
- Work in line with ISO standards.
Person Specification
Essential
- Bachelors degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific discipline
- Strong interest in analytical chemistry and laboratory-based work
- Practical experience of:
- Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills
- Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- Good communication and computer literacy skills
Desirable
- Exposure to method development or troubleshooting
- Practical experience of:
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Previous experience working within a laboratory environment
- Understanding of ISO laboratory standards
Personal Qualities
- Enthusiastic and willing to learn
- Practical and hands-on approach
- Proactive and self-motivated
- Strong problem-solving skills
- Reliable team player with a positive attitude
About us
Biosynth® is an innovative life sciences (reagents, custom synthesis and manufacturing services) company headquartered in Staad, Switzerland. We are by scientists, for scientists, securing supply chains with consistent quality, across the globe. As a trusted supplier, manufacturer and partner to the pharmaceutical, life science and diagnostic industries, as well as food, agrochemical and cosmetic customers, we have facilities on three continents and a rapid global distribution network. Our main production laboratories are located in Switzerland, the UK, Slovakia and China, with peptide and antibody production in the US, the Netherlands. Bioconjugation projects are carried out in Germany, Enzyme projects are based in Austria and biological IVD reagents in Ireland
