Resource Planning & Systems Training Specialist - 3 month contract
Alnwick NE66, UK
Job Description
Posted Friday 17 July 2026 at 05:00
Arcinova , A Quotient Sciences Company, is dedicated to providing innovative contract research, development, and manufacturing services. We offer a comprehensive range of integrated specialist services for early stage drug development, underpinned by strong industry knowledge and scientific expertise.
Our mission is to bring science, innovation, and collaboration together to overcome the barriers in drug development. We empower emerging biotechs and large pharma alike to bring life-changing therapies to patients faster, through an efficient, effective approach focused on quality, science, and innovation.
Our vision is to advance progress through science, delivering solutions that make a measurable difference. We look ahead with purpose, driven to shape a smarter, more resilient future for all.
The Role
Are you experienced in resource planning, scheduling or systems implementation and enjoy helping people adopt new ways of working?
Arcinova is looking for a Resource Planning & Systems Training Specialist to support the rollout of ScheduleIT, our resource planning platform, across the business. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in a business-wide project, helping teams get the most from a new system while embedding effective scheduling and resource planning practices.
Working closely with Project Management, Scientific and Operational teams, you'll deliver training, provide user support and help drive successful adoption of the platform. If you enjoy building relationships, solving problems and supporting change, this role offers the opportunity to make a real impact in a short period of time.
Key responsibilities
- Support the implementation and rollout of ScheduleIT across Arcinova.
- Deliver engaging training sessions and workshops for Project Management, Scientific and Operational teams.
- Provide day-to-day user support, coaching and troubleshooting throughout the implementation process.
- Work closely with stakeholders to help establish effective scheduling and resource planning processes.
- Promote best practice use of the platform and encourage user engagement across the business.
- Monitor system adoption and identify opportunities to improve utilisation and user confidence.
- Support reporting and resource planning activities to improve visibility of resource allocation and business capacity.
- Develop user guides, training materials and supporting documentation where required.
- Act as a key point of contact for colleagues during the implementation and transition period.
Skills and experience required
- Experience implementing scheduling, resource planning or workforce management systems.
- Experience delivering training and supporting system users.
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience working in scheduling, resource planning, project coordination or project management.
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Confident working with a range of stakeholders and adapting communication styles accordingly.
- A proactive and solutions-focused approach to problem solving.
- Previous experience using or implementing ScheduleIT.
- Experience working within a pharmaceutical, biotech, CDMO or scientific environment.
- Previous experience supporting business change or systems implementation projects.
- Understanding of resource planning, capacity management or project delivery processes.
Learning opportunities
- Gain valuable experience supporting a business-wide systems implementation.
- Develop expertise in resource planning and scheduling best practice.
- Enhance your skills in training delivery, stakeholder engagement and change management.
- Work closely with scientific, operational and project management teams across the business.
- Build experience in operational planning and resource management within a pharmaceutical services environment.
Application Requirements
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.
Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
Resource Planning & Systems Training Specialist - 3 month contract in Alnwick employer: Quotient Sciences Limited
Arcinova, a Quotient Sciences Company, is an exceptional employer located in Alnwick, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters innovation and collaboration in the pharmaceutical sector. Employees benefit from a strong safety culture, diverse project opportunities, and a commitment to professional growth, all while contributing to life-changing therapies in a GMP setting. With a focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion, Arcinova ensures that every team member feels valued and empowered to make a meaningful impact.
