Job Overview:
The role of the Project Scientist is to assist with analytical testing of nicotine, tobacco, cosmetic, CBD and pharmaceutical products. The role involves the need of a scientific background with a knowledge of the methodology and science behind the techniques and processes used.
It is preferred that the applicant have experience in 1 or more of the following techniques:
HPLC-UV, LC-MS-QQQ, GC-MS, GC-MS-HS, ICP-MS. GC-FID
The Project Scientist is responsible for the control, processing, analysis, reporting and method development/validation of tests conducted at inter scientific.
About us:
Inter Scientific offer innovative solutions to ensure that our client’s products are compliant with regulations, directives and standards. We work with both businesses big and small and operate on a global scale, with offices in the UK, USA, EU and Middle-East.
Our mission is to make regulatory compliance as straightforward as possible, allowing our clients to unlock global markets. With our combined analytical and regulatory services, we offer a single point solution for product compliance and deliver the best service by collaborating with our clients to put them at the centre of our expertise and knowledge. We strive to exceed our client needs and expectations in everything we do, which is why client satisfaction at the core of our business.
In order to achieve this, operate an Integrated Managment (IMS) based on the internationally recognised standards; ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 17025 and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP).
Our values:
Quality
Embodied in every aspect of our work. Our systems are certified by the British Standards Institute (BSI) and the MHRA to international standards for Quality Management. Our commitment to quality comes from the top of the organisation and is prevalent in every aspect of our work.
Professionalism
Is central to the services we provide to our clients. We work hard to ensure that we provide specialist knowledge, competency, and accountability throughout all of the work we undertake.
Integrity
Our clients trust us with their business. From our stringent laboratory procedures to our submissions to regulatory bodies, our clients have peace of mind knowing that we will do the right thing by them, under all circumstances.
Ethics
Scientific regulatory affairs are underpinned by the ethical approach of the scientists and professionals working in this field. We are committed to upholding moral principles and working with our clients safety and improve public health.
Our people underpin these values and we are committed to making Inter Scientific a fantastic place to work. We aim to retain and employ top talent and develop grassroots, provide opportunities for young people and offering apprenticeships.
What you’ll need:
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, ability to build strong relationships internally and externally.
- Highly organised and detail-oriented
- Self-motivated and able to work independently whilst also being a collaborative team player
What you’ll get from us:
- Competitive salary
- Support and guidance from expert colleagues
- Hybrid working arrangements in our state-of-the-art, brand-new facility
- Eligibility to enroll in the company profit related bonus scheme
- Eligibility to enroll in the company health cash plan
- Company pension
Responsibilities:
- Company accreditation and processes - Comply with all company processes and procedures across Environmental and Quality Management Systems (as well as GMP and GLP where required). Follow all written procedures and methods notifying and recording of any deviations.
- Communication - Communicating clearly across the local and with the wider teams on status of projects/testing and workloads
- Efficiency - Maintaining the operational efficiency of the laboratory by reviewing and proposing improvements across all areas of the business
- Health and Safety - Ensuring a high standard of Health & Safety in the workplace and following all required policies
- Record and keeping - Ensure all processes and work are documented appropriately in accordance with procedures and requirements.
- Training - Progress through the structured training programs to obtain authorization for all tasks required. Ensuring all training is documented in your own specific training folder.
- House Keeping - Ensure all laboratory activities are conducted in a tidy and process driven way. Where all areas should be cleaned after use
- Sample logging and tracing, disposal where appropriate - Having a clear and organised approach to working activities and following all required procedures for sample control.
- Assisting with testing and data validation - Conduct bespoke testing required by seniors when required. This may include process deviations and multiple tests of similar items.
- Drafting and proofing of documents - Any improvements or deviations must be noted and communicated to the Quality Manager and Laboratory Manager providing written details of the changes required.
- Recording of testing conditions and daily calibration activities - Complete and record all laboratory conditions including room, oven, fridge, and storage temperatures.
- OOE / OOS - Responsible for processing and documentation of OOE/OOS
- Maintaining the operational efficiency of the laboratory - Ensure all processes are followed and documented and consider all related areas in which may be affected by your tasks and clearly communicate status and suggestions for improvement
- GLP / GMP data checking - Complete and manage checking processes including audits and training in the use of laboratory books
- Training and development - Training - Develop training programs for specific areas of competence and work with the laboratory manger to support all training documents and plans
- System suitability - Maintain and monitor system suitability across all instruments including processing and method updates
- QC Charts - Responsible for QC charts ensuring they are completed and up to date. Circulating any issues of notes to the wider team.
- Selection, validation, and documentation of methods and SOPs - Support in the development and validation of all required test methods with support from seniors
- Data analysis - review and process to results, to complete an analysis as a package from start to finish including your own "seal of approval" on the results in which you would stand by.
- Rework - logs and assessment, create a log of all repeat analysis and perform clear root cause assessments of the issues found. This will result in a reduction of the re-work as we will be processing through-out the run to ensure we capture all issues and adapt quicker to problems.
- Control samples - Create a log and control process for all reference materials and IQC's including documents / control / acceptance
- Internal and external QC - Support in the Management of internal and external quality control – review and monitor.
Equality Statement:
Inter Scientific is an equal opportunities employer and we welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their sex; religious belief, race; age; sexual orientation; or, whether they are married or are in a civil partnership; or, whether they are disabled; or whether they have undergone, are undergoing or intend to undergo gender reassignment.
Important Information
STRICTLY NO RECRUITERS
We reserve the right to close this advert at any time.
Due to the large number of applications, we are not able to provide feedback on all applications
Applicants must, at the time of applying, have the correct right to work documentation for the United Kingdom
We conduct anonymous or "blind" reviews of applications or resumes without attaching names or identifiable characteristics
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: From £30,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Additional leave
- Bereavement leave
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Work Location: In person
