Job Introduction
We are looking for:
A research Scientist to perform a broad range of laboratory-based tasks on Metabolism (clinical metabolite profiling and identification studies) for new product development based on global regulatory requirements.
At Pharmaron we offer:
- Vibrant and dynamic employment – we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy – our future is strong and exciting!
- Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
- A great team where we all support each other – enjoy your work – after all you spend about a third of your time here!
Key roles and responsibilities:
- Perform the roles and responsibilities of a Laboratory Technician, demonstrating higher level of competence, to include:
- Perform established analytical procedures
- General laboratory tasks
- Support other members of staff in their work as appropriate or as directed by Management.
- Prepare samples for quantification, chromatography or other analysis.
- Assist in the development of new analytical procedures/study types.
- Perform more complex experimental techniques:
- Development of suitable sample extraction methods for clinical metabolite profiling and identification studies.
- Pool and extract/prepare clinical samples for metabolite profiling and identification by LC-RAD-MS/MS.
- Act as a Study Supervisor on assigned studies, ensuring tasks are completed in a timely manner to an agreed level of quality, to include:
- Prepare dose theory calculations
- Supervise Laboratory Technicians on assigned study
- Calculate and QC check data for review by relevant Study Director
- Prepare experimental worksheets
- Prepare study updates and study data for communication to the client and inclusion into reports.
Requirements:
- BSc (Hons) or MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry , Biomedical Sciences or related subject
- Previous experience of working in an analytical, biochemistry or similar laboratory
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Organisational skills
- Proficiency in laboratory techniques
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software
- Knowledge of GLP is desirable
Our Company: “We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world’s leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges”.
We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.
Based in Northamptonshire, our Rushden site is a centre of excellence for Radiolabelled Sciences incorporating both Metabolism (which includes Clinical Metabolism, Pre-clinical ADME, In vitro and DDI services, Large Molecule Metabolism, Environmental Fate, Plant Metabolism and Metabolite Identification) in addition to Chemistry (which includes API and IMP manufacture). We offer our employees a supportive teamwork environment, enabling them to develop and liberate their true potential.
- We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits.
- We offer state of the art working environment in our specialist Rushen site.
- We offer the opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes.
Why Should You Apply?
- This is an opportunity for you as a recent graduate to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department.
- Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards of Chemistry.
- To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do.
Pharmaron is a premier R&D service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities having established diverse drug R&D service capabilities, ranging from synthetic, medicinal, and analytical chemistry, biology, DMPK, pharmacology, drug safety assessment, radiochemistry and isotopically labelled metabolism, chemical & pharmaceutical development to clinical development. With operations in China, US and UK staffed by over 20,000 employees, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.