Job Description
Senior Scientist II – Analytical Team
My client, a leading biotechnology organisation, is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist II to join their Analytical Team in Bedfordshire. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Analytical and Lab teams, responsible for driving research and development (R&D), quality control (QC), and analytical method development activities.
To be considered for this Senior Analytical Scientist position you will have a strong technical background, problem-solving ability, and experience in method validation, with an emphasis on biotechnology analytical assay development.
Key Responsibilities:
* Method Development and Validation: Lead the development and validation of analytical methods, with a primary focus on High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and ideally, experience with affinity measurement systems such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) or Biolayer Interferometry (BLI).
* Product Support: Support product development through QC testing and preparing necessary documentation, including Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Validation Protocols.
* Project Management : Oversee and manage multiple internal and external projects, ensuring alignment with analytical priorities and timelines.
* Data Analysis and Presentation : Regularly prepare and present technical reports.
* Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary technical teams to drive progress on various analytical projects.
Background/Experience:
* You will be degree educated in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering – or a related field.
* You will have at least 5 years’ experience in an analytical role.
* Familiarity with working under ISO9001, ISO13485, or similar quality standards.
* Sufficient experience using HPLC is essential.
* Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.