Job Ref: 212541085

Date: 2020-10-05 15:33:02

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We are one of the largest, best known Pharmaceutical companies in the industry and our products are known globally.

We are looking to recruit a Quality Technician / QC Analyst with previous experience of Microbiology / Bio-assy Analysis to join us on an initial 12 month contract.

You will be responsible for carrying out a variety of routine analytical techniques including but not limited to ELISA’s, haemagglutination tests, antigen mass assay and will also hold responsibility for the qualification of critical reagents (biomaterials) used in Bio-assays, such as ELISA coats, ELISA conjugates, reference toxins etc.

Key responsibilities include:

* Support activities in the areas ofqualification of critical reagents (biomaterials) used in Bio-assays, such as ELISA coats, ELISA conjugates, reference toxins etc.To support analytical method validation / improvements and method transfers for Biology and Microbiology labs between sites.

* Expertise in Immunology techniques such as ELISA’s, haemagglutination tests, antigen mass assay is essential.

* Understanding of microbiology techniques such as sterility test

* Validation of biomaterials used in in-process and final product testing.

* Biology/Microbiology method validation / improvements and test transfer between labs/sites.

* Support laboratory investigations and perform troubleshooting exercises and participate in proof of principle studies.

* Reporting and investigation of OOS and OOT results, determine root causes and implementing effective CAPA actions.

* Perform project related literature searches.

* Interact closely with fellow scientists and global/regional colleagues within own and other departments.

* Work in a multi-disciplinary and international team and environment.

* Comply with Standard Operational Procedures (SOP’s), GMP, ESH procedures and corporate policies and process improvements.

* Maintain all documentation and training records as per GMP requirements.

* To comply with company’s health and safety practices and procedures.

* Ensure positive, timely and effective communication with team members and internal customers.

Qualifications and Experience Required:

* Degree in Biology/Microbiology

* Driving Licence

* Good understanding and working knowledge of GMP Quality Systems

* Technical expertise in ELISA’s and other immunology techniques, including microbiology techniques.

* Excellent understanding of testing within a laboratory environment

* Laboratory investigations

* Validation and method development

* Be able to produce technical documents such as protocols, testing and execution plans and final reports.

* Ability to work on several projects simultaneously and be able to prioritise.

* Reporting and communication of results to stakeholders.

* Liaise with several departments – technical support groups, QA, Regulatory to drive project completion and deliver on milestones.

* Report all laboratory activities in a clear, organised manner, in the form of reports, following the standard operating procedures.

* Good understanding and ability to perform efficient lab investigations arising from deviations or invalid/atypical results.

Please press apply now to submit your application. Alternatively, if you would like further information on this position or other positions win a similar sector, please feel free to contact Shaunna Doherty on (phone number removed) for a confidential conversation.

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