Analytical Chemist (Sunderland)

Overview

We have an exciting opportunity for an Analytical Chemist to work in our analytical services department, a modern well-equipped laboratory, which provides support to our research and manufacturing departments.

The successful candidate will have a degree which is chemistry or analytical chemistry based. They will have experience in most modern analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, FT-IR, LC-MS and wet chemistry techniques.

The ideal candidate will be self-motivated and able to work with minimal supervision. Good interpersonal skills, both verbal and written, are essential for working with both customers and colleagues. Experience of chiral HPLC / GC, method development and working to cGMP principles would be a distinct advantage.

Alongside the benefits listed, we offer a competitive salary, dependent upon skills and experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform calibrations and verifications for equipment in the Analytical laboratory
• Maintain a high standard of lab cleanliness and tidiness
• Maintain GMP standards at all times
• Liaise with Senior staff within analytical and other departments where required
• All analysis, calibrations, and verifications to be documented to GMP standards (ALCOA++)
• Level 1 trained in change controls, ANCR and OOS procedures

Key Skills and Qualities

• A strong understanding of lab safety
• Familiar with analytical techniques, their applications, and interpretation of results
• Demonstrates problem-solving skills and competency in identifying potential issues
• Able to communicate appropriately and effectively with colleagues
• Positive can-do attitude with a sense of urgency in a fast-paced environment
• Good attention to detail
• A flexible approach to working additional hours when required
• Computer literate, familiar with Microsoft Word and Excel
• Strong verbal and numerical aptitude skills
• Strong team player with the ability to work independently
• Good organisational, interpersonal, and time management skills
• Enthusiastic, flexible, conscientious and proactive in approach
• Takes a positive approach to own training and development

Benefits:

• Company events
• Cycle to work scheme
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance