Analytical Chemical Process Development Scientist

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Eurofins PSS is recruiting for an analytical Scientist with a range of experiences from recent graduates to experienced scientists to provide on‑site analytical support as a Eurofins Managed PSS Scientist, based at the Bristol Myers Squibb Moreton facility in the Wirral. This position is a fully employed Analytical Scientist by Eurofins PSS, supporting services delivered to our client on their site. The role is not an employment with Bristol Myers Squibb and Bristol Myers Squibb does not manage the recruitment or employment terms for this position.

Job Responsibilities

• You will perform routine and non‑routine analysis of pharmaceutical products using a range of analytical techniques (primarily HPLC, GC and MS).
• You will support method development and proof of concept method validation for raw materials, intermediates and drug substances across a range of techniques.
• You will review analytical data for GMP compliance and initiate or follow up on OOS results and action limits when required.
• You will document data in accordance with current client policies and procedures and prepare/approve results for tests in which you are trained and deemed competent.
• You will maintain productivity through agreed metrics (e.g., test numbers, cycle times) and support audits, method revisions, and testing of QC samples.
• You will liaise with client representatives, provide updates to designated personnel, support continuous improvement initiatives, and work flexibly in line with business needs.

Qualifications and Experience

• You will have a degree in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline; relevant experience may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications.
• You’ll possess a sound, fundamental knowledge of Chemistry, with strong understanding of analytical & chromatographic techniques.
• You have previous relevant experience within a pharmaceutical development environment and competence with techniques such as HPLC, GC, MS, IC, CAD and Karl Fisher.
• You are experienced in working within a GMP environment, interpreting raw data, troubleshooting analytical or instrumental issues, and completing documentation accurately.
• You are capable of working with electronic laboratory systems (ELNs, LIMS) and MS Office applications, and you can work proactively, independently, and as part of a team.
• You are flexible in your approach, able to switch priorities at short notice, and motivated to contribute ideas to improve existing processes.

Benefits

• Being part of a Reward and Recognition Scheme that recognises great work across our teams.
• Holiday entitlement increases with service.
• The option to opt into our Health Cash Plan, designed to help look after your everyday health and wellbeing.
• Life Assurance from day one, providing cover of four times your annual salary.
• Automatic enrolment into our Company Pension Plan after three months (with the flexibility to opt out if you choose).
• Access to our Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for both personal and work‑related matters.
• Opportunity to register interest in volunteering days, supporting employees who wish to do voluntary work during working hours as part of a wider community strategy.
• Free on‑site car parking.
• The opportunity to explore worldwide opportunities.
• Everyone who joins our team also gets access to Perkbox, allowing you to save money all year round, with supermarket savings, days out, coffee, holidays and more.

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