Address
Form of workHelena Biosciences is a leading and well established medical diagnostic company, with an international reputation comprising two flagship business divisions that specialise in the design, manufacture and support of Clinical Electrophoresis and Haemostasis systems.
We are seeking a dynamic individual to participate in the development and support of our Electrophoresis portfolio. The purpose of the role is to undertake gel electrophoresis Product Development investigations in a timely and efficient manner.
Main Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Testing of gel electrophoresis products according to pre-assigned testing and validation protocols, identifying and investigating any detrimental trends via good attention to detail and root cause analysis.
2. Documentation of all test work according to GMP/GLP standards.
3. Creation of new and update of existing validation protocols in line with updates to international regulations.
4. Routine maintenance of laboratory instrumentation.
5. To develop, maintain and apply in-depth theoretical electrophoresis knowledge to support routine and novel research and development opportunities.
6. To work in accordance with Health and Safety and COSHH guidelines when handling reagents and chemicals used in automated and manual techniques. Complying with all statutory and site safety regulations.
Key Skills Required:
1. Good laboratory practice.
2. Good Life Science background.
3. Interest in gel electrophoresis.
4. Good attention to detail.
5. Able to work well within a team.
6. Good communicator, both written and verbally.
7. Excellent time management and organisational skills.
8. Ability to priority plan.
9. Able to communicate well with all personnel within the company.
10. Competent in the use of the Internet and Microsoft Windows programs including Word, Excel, Power Point, and other statistical analysis software.
This vacancy is permanent, full time Monday to Friday (daytime hours) and based at our site in Sunderland.
Salary: Competitive Remuneration Package (negotiable depending upon skills and experience)
Applications (including your current CV, covering letter & salary expectations) should be e-mailed to personnel@helena-biosciences.com
