Process Development Scientist

About the opportunity:

We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a successful organisation specialising in the research and manufacturing of diagnostic solutions.

We are presenting an exciting opportunity for a Process Development Scientist to join their team in Bedford.

As a Process Development Scientist, you will work closely with the scientific and technical development team on the design, development and scale up of the manufacturing process of their diagnostic product range.

You will be involved in one or more projects within the scope of product transfer liaising closely with internal research and development or external customers.

The core of this role will involve the transfer and scale up of products from an external client, and the transfer of products out to contract manufacturers.

With 40% of your time being spent in the laboratory, you will be required to follow standard operating procedures and design protocols according to the technology transfer plan. You will be proficient with hands on lab/technical skills, including experimental design, implementation, recording and reporting.

This truly is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in some ground-breaking projects nationally and internationally. If you are a highly meticulous scientist with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, then we want to hear from you!

Requirements

Who we are looking for:The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following:

Must haves:

• A degree or relevant experience within Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Immunology (or allied/specialist scientific field).
• Proven technology transfer experience.
• Knowledge of design control processes and the associated quality and regulatory standards.
• Hands-on laboratory / technical skills including experimental design, implementing, recording, and reporting.
• Ability to work across multiple, ongoing projects and prioritise workload effectively.
• Ability to maintain a safe working environment and identify risks.
• Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment.
• IT literate with proficiency across the MS Office suite including MS Projects and Excel, and any other required software.
• Willingness to commit to a role that involves frequent international travel.

Nice to haves:

• Experience in Lateral Flow Immunoassay.
• Experience in point of care diagnostic assays or systems.
• Experience of working in an ISO13485 or GMP-regulated environment.

Benefits

Why you will like working with us:In return we are offering:

• A salary of GBP30,000 - GBP34,000 dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience.
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays.
• Employer pension contributions of 5%.
• Access to pension advice by a third-party provider on days scheduled by the company throughout the year.
• Private medical cover.
• Life assurance two times your basic salary.
• Friendly and supportive working environment.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

Interested? Then APPLY now for immediate consideration.

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