At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead technical transfers and support GMP manufacturing processes in a dynamic environment.
- Company: Established pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation with a focus on innovation.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, professional development, and hands-on experience in a thriving industry.
- Other info: Collaborative team culture with opportunities for career advancement.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in pharmaceutical manufacturing while developing your technical skills.
- Qualifications: Degree in relevant field and experience in regulated manufacturing required.
The predicted salary is between 38056 - 46512 £ per year.
Senior Scientist – MSAT
An established specialist pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation is looking to appoint an experienced Senior Scientist to join its Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) team in Dundee.
This is an excellent opportunity for a technically strong scientist or engineer who enjoys working where process development meets real-world GMP manufacturing.
What You'll Be Doing You will take a hands-on role across technical transfer and manufacturing activities, including:
- Supporting the end-to-end technical transfer of new products and processes into GMP manufacturing.
- Planning and supporting scale-up, engineering and manufacturing batches.
- Translating technical and client requirements into practical manufacturing plans.
- Assessing equipment capability and process fit, identifying gaps and supporting equipment and project scoping activities.
- Providing technical support directly to Production during manufacturing campaigns.
- Troubleshooting process, equipment and scale-up issues and helping drive effective technical solutions.
- Leading or contributing to deviations, investigations, change controls, CAPAs and risk assessments.
- Preparing and reviewing protocols, reports, manufacturing instructions and technical documentation to GMP standards.
- Working closely with Production, Quality, Development and Engineering to deliver safe, compliant and reliable manufacturing outcomes.
- Participating in client-facing technical discussions and clearly communicating technical risks, decisions, progress and recovery plans.
- Identifying opportunities to improve process robustness, transfer execution and manufacturing performance.
You are likely to have
- A degree (or equivalent experience) in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering or a related field.
- Experience in pharmaceutical or similarly regulated manufacturing.
- Hands-on experience in technical transfer, scale-up, industrialisation, process engineering or MSAT.
- Understanding of the relationship between processes, equipment and manufacturing requirements.
- Experience with deviations, change controls, investigations, CAPAs and structured problem-solving.
- Ability to troubleshoot manufacturing issues and deliver practical solutions.
- Strong communication skills across technical, quality and operational teams.
- Confidence engaging in technical discussions with customers or external stakeholders.
MSAT Senior Scientist in Dundee employer: Entrust Resource Solutions
Entrust Resource Solutions is an excellent employer for R&D Scientists, offering a vibrant work culture in Bradford that fosters collaboration and innovation. With a focus on employee growth, the company provides opportunities for progression and long-term incentives, making it an ideal place for recent PhD graduates to launch their careers in pharmaceutical development.
Contact Details:
Entrust Resource Solutions Recruitment Team
