Job Description
Spherical Search have recently partnered up with a well-known analytical testing/CRO company in the field of inhalation drug delivery who are working with device developers and pharmaceutical companies to develop innovative and safe products.
We are looking for a Specialist (Formulation) to join the team.
ROLE OVERVIEW AND RESPONSIBILITIES
* To operate as a Scientific and Technical Expert in your specific speciality.
* This speciality will be in focused and dedicated field recognised in the industry
* To support the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs) in the capacity of using your specialism, to allow delivery of the revenue-generating portfolio of work for our customers, internally and externally, efficiently, and effectively. This may include:
* Provides technical experience and support to development teams.
* Expected to be a hands-on role where scientist provides practical application of specialist skill e.g. use of specialised instruments
* Senior user and responsible person for specialist equipment and laboratory areas, in conjunction with the Operations team
* Learning, teaching, and training of team members.
* Reviewing reports for technical and scientific accuracy with regards to data analysis or conclusions (but not as a routine reviewer).
* Involved in customer/stakeholder/sponsor discussions and presentations to ensure the most significant capabilities are made available to these interfaces.
* The resolution of technical challenges faced by the scientific teams.
* To support our customers, academic/regulatory agency collaborations with product development programs leveraging the full range of tools and resources. This may include:
* Participating in calls, workshops, problem solving, technical discussions and project review processes/meetings as required, to leverage your experience and technical capabilities.
* Lead dynamic metric-based teams to solve critical problems, move technology/capability forward or as part of internal programs.
* Develop the relevant SOPs, tools, processes, and associated methodologies (if required) for the use by the Pharmaceutical Development Units (PDUs), for use in revenue and internal projects.
* To support novel research and development in the field of aerosol-based delivery technologies and associated disease state treatments, including the development of new inventions and intellectual property primarily in the fields of formulation of aerosol based pharmaceutical technologies.
* Support the monitoring of the critical equipment within your specialist area for effectiveness and operability/efficiency. o Support the comprehensive Preventative maintenance and Reactive Maintenance as required.
* To enhance the capabilities and reputation of the company continuously.
* Present at conferences and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
* Act as a role model for the organisation as a scientific leader in the organisation.
* Act as the technical exert the specialist field, supporting customers, team members, academic/industrial partners, regulatory agencies, Senior Management, R&D and Business Development in this area.
* Assess the applicability and limitations of new technologies within specialist field and make recommendations for use in the company
* Identifies potential efficiency gains in core area of expertise that facilitate project and product delivery.
* Build and maintain awareness of external experts and relevant technology suppliers in specialist field
* Responsible for the management and leadership of specialist area methods, processes and associated tools/techniques
JOB DETAILS / RESPONSIBILITIES
Job descriptions cover approximately 85% of a role, and are not an exhaustive list of responsibilities and duties. You are expected to carry out other activities that are within reasonable scope of the role.
BASICS
* Promote company’s best interests at all times by the positive and effective manner in which you perform your duties
* Complete timesheets, expenses claims and appraisals in a timely manner as specified by Stakeholders
* Maintain an up to date training record and submit to your line manager at least every 6 months for review, making updates and amendments as necessary
* Read and Understand all assigned SOPs via the EQMS system in the timeframe specified
* Ensure confidential information pertaining to the company is not divulged to 3rd parties with appropriate legal framework or permission
* Use of IT equipment (e.g. phones, laptops, etc.) is in line with the appropriate company policies
SCIENCE & RESEARCH
* To actively support internal research programs and ensure timely delivery of these projects as all others in the portfolio.
* * Ensure you remain up to date with current trends and changes within the specialist field
* Encourage and support the application of rigorous scientific approaches and the use of peer reviewed journal material in customer-oriented documentation (e.g. reports)
* Actively build and improve our IP portfolio with technology, know-how and filing patents as required.
* Participate in scientific discussions and industry/advocacy groups, professional organisations and Scientific Roundtables involving the team and third parties (e.g. clients/other Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisations/Universities)
* Prepare and distribute internally key findings from scientific conferences and webinars.
CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENT
* To identify new areas of technical, process, equipment, and capability development for the company’s teams within your specialisation.
* Lead selected improvement deployment at the company into a commercially viable offering/services.
* Provide training and knowledge sessions to the internal teams.
* Conduct internal training for R&D and Business Development personnel.
* Identify, suggest and support CapEx purchases for subsequent years/periods with a view to ensuring we maintain our current business levels or growth.
* Contribute to the assessment of additional training requirements for analytical staff related to separation sciences.
* Take ownership for own training and development, highlighting to management where you feel further training is required.
QUALITY & REGULATORY COMPLIANCE
* Ensure all assigned Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) are read and understood within the requested timeframe, seeking clarification on any points not understood or that can be executed practicably immediately.
* Contribute to the authoring of SOPs and Business Operating Procedures (BOPs) as required.
* Ensure periodic reviews are conducted in timely manners and are not delayed.
* Ensure your training record is always up to date and complete (audit ready)
* Responsible for ensuring areas of Non-compliance are brought to the attention of relevant personnel and/or line manager
* Leading by example, ensuring all data recorded aligns to the company’s Good Documentation Practice procedures and ALCOA+
* Contribute to Quality investigations relevant to your specialist area.
* Investigating OOS (out of specification) / OOT (out of trend) results and implementing CAPAs related to your specialist area
* Contribute to the authoring of SOPs and Business Operating Procedures (BOPs) as required.
* Ensure your training record is up to date and complete at all times (audit ready).
* Completing assigned Change Controls, Deviations and CAPAs in designated timelines.
ROLE CONTEXT
COMMUNICATION & COLLABORATION
* To ensure good communication and collaboration with all other groups on:
* Health, Safety and Environmental concerns
* Training and Personal development
* Managing and sharing the facilities and capabilities
* Laboratory improvements and suggestions
* Capability enhancement Resource Management
* * Politically astute with excellent interpersonal skills and ability to express information and ideas in a manner that is appropriate, concise and accurate.
* Excellent customer related experience and client facing skills.
* Ability to communicate and work with personnel of all levels, internally and externally.
* Read, analyse, and interpret complex documents.
* Ability to write highly complex analytical reports, routine business correspondence, and technical procedural instructions.
* Thorough working knowledge of the company’s services, contract development / research, pharmaceutical and biotech industries
* Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload.
* Always displays adherence to and promotion of the company values.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
* Previous experience of working in a lab-based environment (can be previous work or academic experience).
* Strong leadership skills and leading by example at all times.
* Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
* Excellent communication skills to articulate complex processes and systems.
* Highly organised with data driven decision making skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
* Knowledge of IT software such as Word, Excel and Outlook.
* Detail orientated person and highly organised.
* Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
* Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
* Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
* Takes ownership for own personal development.
* Excellent customer related experience and client facing skills.
* Read, analyse, and interpret complex documents.
* Ability to write highly complex analytical reports, routine business correspondence, and technical procedural instructions.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE & RELEVANT SKILLS
EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION
* A first degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant disciple 2.1 or above is required.
* Extensive experience in specialised field
* PhD preferable