Piramal Pharma Solutions is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) of advanced drug development and manufacturing solutions to the pharmaceutical industry.
We are looking for a Proteins Scientist who will be responsible for equipment and process troubleshooting to ensure operational issues are addressed and managed effectively, thereby minimizing programme delay.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
Laboratory Work:
* Plan and carry out experiments and analysis as outlined by the project lead to ensure effective technology transfer and development of fit-for-purpose processes in line with customer requirements.
* Record all laboratory work in standard official notebooks and compile results and observations for incorporation into technical reports. Adhere to relevant procedures.
* Communicate with clients in a professional manner as required.
Quality:
* Follow laboratory procedures to ensure that work is carried out safely, effectively, and to an appropriate quality standard.
* Follow protocols and procedures.
Manufacturing Support:
* Communicate with other technical personnel in Process Development, Analytical Development, Quality Control, and manufacturing to exchange information and results required to assist in progressing development work.
* Carry out manufacturing support for first-time manufacturing operations, troubleshoot scaled-up processes, and provide first-line technical support.
Housekeeping / Environmental, Safety, and Health (ESH):
* Ensure the development laboratory and other associated areas are kept in control and in a compliant manner.
* Maintain safety and hygiene standards.
* Comply with Chemicals, Health, and Safety at Work (COSHH) regulations and risk assessments.
Training:
* Provide on-the-job training to new or inexperienced personnel in both laboratory procedures and equipment use.
Critical Tasks:
* Ensure project timelines are met.
* Ensure accuracy of raw data and analytical interpretations.
* Identify opportunities for enhancing efficiency, cost control, and safety/development performance.
Key Result Areas and Measures:
Provide experimental effort for development projects and assist the project lead in data collation for presentation and reporting.
Work within the operational and ESH guidelines of the company.
Deliver financial results.
Essential Qualifications
Educated to higher degree level in Chemistry discipline with at least 1 year's relevant experience or educated to degree level with at least 2 years' relevant experience.
Essential Experience
A good working knowledge of Process Development and Protein chemistry/analysis.