R-Biopharm Rhône Ltd, located in Glasgow, Scotland is responsible for the manufacture of a wide range of immunoaffinity products for analysis of food and animal feed and distributes R-Biopharm AG and partner products. The R-Biopharm Group has over 1,400 employees worldwide and is represented in more than 120 countries.
At R-Biopharm Rhône we cultivate a cooperative and team orientated way of working which led us to achieving Investors in People platinum in 2021. We strive to be a dependable and competent consultant in all our fields of activity. We manufacture immunoaffinity products under brand names PREP®, RHONE®, EASI-EXTRACT® and IMMUNOPREP® ONLINE cartridges for use in food and feed analysis – to provide faster answers to the most diverse analytical challenges.
We consider it our corporate responsibility to act in a socially and ecologically acceptable way. In 2025, we achieved carbon neutrality to the ISO 14068 standard. We are committed to becoming net zero by 2045 in line with UK government targets.
Our future looks set to offer exciting prospects and the company is well-positioned to advance the development of innovative products.
The Role
A vacancy exists within the Quality Department for a full time Quality Scientist for a 2 year fixed term contract.
The successful applicant will be responsible for running Quality Control checks on critical raw materials, intermediate products and final products as described in QC protocols and completing relevant paperwork carefully and consistently.They will also be expected to help maintain the company’s Quality Management system at the direction of the Quality Manager.
As Quality Scientist regular duties will involve:
- Running Quality Control analysis of intermediate and final products,
- Conducting Quality Control checks on critical raw materials
- Handling chemicals, vitamins and toxins while adhering to COSHH.
- Operating and maintaining HPLC’s
- Utilise the LCMS-MS for Quality Control Testing.
- Update SOP’s and processes in line with company requirements
- Conduct internal audits to ISO 9001: 2026
What are we looking for:
- Educated to degree level in a relevant scientific subject, with laboratory experience, preferably Quality Control.
- Experience with UV-Vis Spectrophotometry and HPLC’s and associated operating software.
- Experience of working with SOP’s and protocols
- Experience in working to a recognised accreditation, such as ISO 9001: 2026.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills (English).
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office e.g. Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and Excel.
- Excellent attention to detail, working to deadlines and be able to show initiative while working as part of a small and busy Quality team
- Experience of running LC/MS/MS
- Experience of Chromeleon/ Analyst software
- Experience of Health and Safety Regulations
What we offer:
- Contributory pension scheme
- We hold Investors In People Platinum Accreditation (which demonstrates our commitment to excellent employee engagement, communication, organisational culture and work practices).
Job Description
Overall Purpose of the Job
1.Help to improve company’s Quality Management System through ongoing compliance with relevant standards
2.Deliver an effective Quality Control service such that all raw materials and finished goods meet appropriate specifications.
It is anticipated that the post-holder will most influence these results through the following general and function-specific activities:
General
1.Regularly directs own work meeting expectations and deadlines
2.Regularly makes a contribution to the advancement of the technical capability and reputation of the business by translating new knowledge into knowledge assets including:
- Papers and publications
- New procedures and methods
3.Makes a contribution to non-science business improvement initiatives.
4.Working with colleagues at all times in such a way as to deliver the best possible results for RBR
5.Behaving at all times in line with RBR values
Function Specific
- Help the Quality Manager to prepare for the annual ISO audit.
- With direction from the Quality Manager, ensure changes and updates to standards and methods are timeously and efficiently integrated into the company’s quality management system, including documentation and protocols
- Participate in continuous improvement projects within the company, to help deliver benefits to the business
- Participate in a robust company-wide training plan to ensure that all staff are fully engaged in supporting the quality management system
- Conduct internal audits and reviews, satisfying the requirements of the relevant standards
- Help conduct supplier reviews and evaluations which maximise RBRs benefit and minimise risk to RBR
- Deliver a QC service for the testing of raw materials and final product
- Deliver a Quality input as required to support customers, functions and departments to resolve technical and operational problems
- Knowledge of how to complete periodic checks and calibrations of balances, plate readers, fridges and freezers.
- Participate in proficiency testing scheme within the company
We are a diverse and inclusive workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity. As a Disability Confident Committed employer we recognise the contribution that all individuals can make to the organisation. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to all. If you have a disability or long-term health condition and need us to make any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know by contactingkirsten@r-biopharmrhone.com.
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