Development Scientist in Earby

Development Scientist – Stichting Live Life

Location: On-site, BB18 6JZ (Based at Earby, working across sites)

Salary: £30,670 – £44,800 per annum + Excellent Benefits

Hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday (8‑hour days, 30‑minute lunch break)

Contract Type: Full time, Permanent

Benefits: Annual Bonus (£1,200 based on company and personal performance); Holidays 25 days plus statutory holidays; Broughton Day: option for a fixed day off every 2‑3 weeks via salary sacrifice; Pension: Auto‑enrolment; Life Insurance: 2x death in service; Healthcare: Cash plan

Job Summary

Broughton\’s mission is to improve public health and well-being. As a global contract research organisation, we partner with future‑focused organisations and category innovators to bring products to market across the Pharmaceutical, Healthcare, and Lifestyle sectors. This role is pivotal in developing and validating analytical methods to meet client and regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods in line with regulatory and client needs.
• Perform laboratory work to the highest regulatory standards (GMP, ISO 17025).
• Ensure accurate and timely documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Coordinate with operations to execute sample and testing plans for regulatory projects.
• Participate in client meetings and support audits as required.
• Provide technical input and assist with quality investigations (OOS/OOT/CAPA/Deviation).
• Analyse and interpret scientific data, communicating findings effectively.
• Stay informed on emerging markets and share knowledge to foster a rapid learning culture.
• Mentor Associate Development Scientists when required.

Qualifications

• Degree in analytical chemistry or related subject.
• Relevant industry experience in analytical method development and validation.
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a regulated analytical chemistry laboratory.
• Hands‑on experience with GC, HPLC, MS, and CDS systems.
• Strong initiative and ability to work collaboratively.

Preferred Qualifications

• Practical experience of regulatory requirements (ICH guidelines, GMP).
• Ability to troubleshoot problematic separations.
• Familiarity with statistical packages and E&L knowledge.

Join us and be part of a team shaping the future of health and well‑being through science. If you are interested in this role, please submit a copy of your CV by clicking on APPLY today. No agencies please.