At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct analytical testing and support method development in a state-of-the-art lab.
- Company: Join Synergy, a leading Scientific Services provider in life sciences.
- Benefits: Enjoy personal development opportunities and career progression in a supportive team.
- Other info: Flexible hours and active lab work in a fast-paced environment.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in drug testing while collaborating with top scientists.
- Qualifications: Degree in Chemistry or related field and hands-on lab experience required.
Synergy is a leading Scientific Services provider supporting global life sciences organisations. We're looking for a talented Analytical Scientist to join our growing team in state-of-the-art laboratories in Moreton. This is an exciting opportunity to work closely with customer scientists and lab leads, contributing to the analytical testing of drug substances, intermediates, and finished medicines in a regulated GMP environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Plan and perform analytical testing in line with GMP requirements using:
- HPLC
- Karl Fischer
- Dissolution testing
- Additional analytical techniques as required
- Support analytical investigations and troubleshoot technical issues
- Contribute to method development, evaluation, and validation activities
- Ensure accurate, compliant documentation aligned with cGMP and ALCOA+ principles
Quality, Compliance & Safety
- Support audit readiness for regulatory inspections
- Adhere to all regulatory, statutory, and client-defined standards
- Maintain a strong focus on lab safety and compliance
- Proactively identify risks and implement solutions
Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement
- Build strong relationships with internal teams (Lab Leads, Quality, EHS, Compliance)
- Work collaboratively across Synergy and customer teams
- Represent Synergy professionally at all times
About You
- Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Hands-on experience with HPLC and other analytical techniques.
- Proven experience working within a GMP laboratory environment.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong team player with a customer-focused mindset
- Highly organised, with a proactive and results-driven approach
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
- Ability to balance quality, safety, and delivery in a fast-paced environment
Additional Information
- Flexibility may be required (e.g. early starts or adjusted hours)
- Role involves active lab work including periods of standing and light physical activity
Why Join Synergy?
- Work in cutting-edge laboratory facilities
- Collaborate with a leading global pharmaceutical organisation
- Be part of a supportive, high-performing scientific team
- Opportunities for personal development and career progression
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