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Characterisation Scientist, United Kingdom - L

Employer
ClinChoice
Location
United Kingdom, Berkshire
Salary
Competitive
Start date
19 Aug 2020
Closing date
17 Sep 2020

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Description:
Job Title: Characterisation Scientist

Location: Berkshire, United Kingdom

Schedule: Permanent, Full Time

TalentSource Life Sciences is currently searching for an experienced Characterisation Scientist to join one of our biotechnology partner companies in the UK. This is a permanent, office based position along the M4 corridor in Berkshire.

The successful candidate will be working on studies dedicated to one client .

TalentSource is the division of CROMSOURCE dedicated to flexible staffing solutions. Through us, you will have the opportunity to be integrated into a sponsor-led team, whilst having the continuous support from your TalentSource Line Manager who will work closely with you to support your professional development and growth.

The Characterisation Scientist will use a range of biophysical and physiochemical techniques to characterise proteins. These techniques will include chromatography (HPLC, UPLC and AKTA), electrophoresis (gel and capillary), spectroscopy (circular dichroism, FTIR, fluorescence), DSC and activity assays (SPR and ELISA). The data produced is routinely used in regulatory filings, requiring a high level of quality.

Job specific tasks and responsibilities:
  • Analysis of protein therapeutics using a range of techniques, including HPLC/UPLC, CGE, FTIR, CD, DSC, SPR and ELISA
  • Interpretation of results
  • Accurate and timely record keeping
  • Contribute to authorship of analytical aspects of regulatory submissions, technical procedures, protocols and reports
  • Communication of results to the team and management
  • Tackle scientific problems
  • Develop analytical methodologies
  • Assay and instrument troubleshooting
  • Research specific analytical protocols (literature) and keep aware of latest analytical techniques
  • Ensure high levels of quality and data integrity
  • Ensure maintenance of lab equipment
  • Ordering of lab supplies and consumables


Education, Qualifications & Experience:
  • MSc or similar in scientific field
  • Proven laboratory experience in the pharmaceutical environment
  • Previous experience within a characterisation or method development team
  • Extensive experience with the following analytical techniques: chromatography (HPLC, UPLC and AKTA), electrophoresis (gel and capillary), spectroscopy (circular, FTIR, fluorescence), DSC and activity assays (SPR and ELISA).
  • Knowledge/experience with glycan characterisation or immunogenicity assays
  • Experience in the Development environment and the level of quality required to produce data used in regulatory filings
  • Knowledge and experience of GxP
  • Able to work to a high level of quality
  • Timely and accurate record keeping
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Ability to tackle complex scientific problems
  • Ability to adapt to changing priorities
  • Strong communication skills
  • Able to work as part of a large team


Who will you be working for?

About CROMSOURCE

CROMSOURCE is a family owned international, full-service Contract Research Organisation who, since 1994, has been supporting our clients with outstanding clinical research and staffing solutions services. The successful growth of CROMSOURCE has been achieved by putting high quality and client focus at the heart of everything we do.

Our Company Ethos

Our employees are the most valuable company asset. We value our resources and ensure they work in a friendly, family environment so they are able to develop their skills and talents. Human Resources is the fulcrum around which all CROMSOURCE activities are built and close management and training is the core instrument to develop and maintain highly-qualified personnel. The continuous training keeps the resources qualified in terms of competence and expertise and gives to all personnel the clear tools needed to manage both internal and client processes with the same methodology. The success of these core values are evidenced by our below industry average turnover rates.

About TalentSource Life Sciences

TalentSource is the division of CROMSOURCE dedicated to flexible staffing solutions. Through us, you will have the opportunity to be integrated into a sponsor-led team, whilst having the continuous support from your Line Manager, who will work closely with you to mentor and support your professional development and growth. For our client-facing positions, you must be confident, be able to drive the role and work autonomously.

The Application Process

Once you have submitted your CV, you will receive an acknowledgement that we received it. If you have the requirements we need, you will be invited for phone interview as the first step. Unfortunately, due to the number of applications we receive, we cannot reply to everyone individually if you are not successful.

If you would like to discuss the role before applying through the website @ https://www.talentsourcelifesciences.com/job-information/?job-id=HQ00002274

or please contact Alessandra.Bolognani@cromsource.com for more information.

CROMSOURCE is an equal opportunities employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in relation to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran or military status or any other legally protected status. CROMSOURCE is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

Keywords: Scientist, Characterisation, Chromatography, HPLC, UPLC, AKTA, Electrophoresis, Spectroscopy, DSC, SPR, ELISA, Glycan, Immunogenicity, Protein, Contract Research Organisation, Outsourced, Biopharmaceutical, Biopharma, Permanent
Skills: Immunogenicity, AKTA, ELISA, HPLC, Lab, Laboratory, Pharma, Pharmaceutical, Regulatory submissions, Spectroscopy, UPLC Location: United Kingdom, Berkshire Share:

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Company

ClinChoice

ClinChoice is a recognized and highly respected mid-size, global, full-service contract research organization (CRO) specializing in clinical development, post-marketing, and functional service support. We provide comprehensive end-to-end solutions, taking products from early clinical development to post-approval lifecycle management. We are committed to fostering innovation in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device & diagnostics, consumer health, cosmetics, and nutraceuticals industries. Since our establishment in 1995, we have consistently delivered high-quality services and solutions throughout the entire development lifecycle of our clients’ products. We serve a wide-ranging clientele that encompasses six of the top ten pharmaceutical companies, leading medical device companies, preeminent biotechnology companies, the largest consumer health and cosmetics companies, and numerous small-to-mid-sized innovator companies. With over 4,000 professionals in more than 20 countries across the Americas, Europe, and Asia-Pacific, we are positioned to fulfil our clients’ needs locally and globally.

 

We’re on a mission to contribute to a healthier and safer world by accelerating the development and commercialization of innovative drugs and devices.

 

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Telephone
+44 1628 566121
Location
Suite G48
268 Bath Road
Slough
Berkshire
SL1 4DX
United Kingdom

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