Research And Development Specialist
On site
Oxfordshire, United Kingdom
Freelance
24-04-2025
Job Specifications
Job Title: Research and Development Scientist
Contract: Permanent
Location: Milton Park, Abingdon
Pay: 40-45k
We are working on an exciting opportunity for a Lab Assistant to join a global medical products and technologies company. Our client is focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care.
Job Summary
This is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated proactive individual to join the team in primarily a lab-based Development Analyst role carrying out Research and Development and implementation of in-house analytical methods; you will have experience with several lab systems including HPLC, UV-Vis, fluorimetry and FTIR. This lab-based role will focus on the various in-house chemistries, including, but not limited to acidified nitrite and nitric-oxide centric analysis. You will be knowledgeable in Method Development and Validation of Assays, as well as, drafting SOPs, Reports, Test Methods, Study Plans and Technical Documents. Proficiency in metrology and asset management and/or SIFT-Mass Spectrometry would be a distinct advantage (include equipment purchase cycles, calibrations, servicing IQOQ, PM/PQ).
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Maintain and calibrate Carry out GxP analytical test method as outlined in Technical Documents or Protocols.
Responsible for Research, Method Development and trouble-shooting lab systems including, HPLC, UV-Vis, fluorimetry Dynamic Wound Models and FT-IR.
Oversee training new lab members.
You will draft and review Protocols, Working Instructions, Technical Documents, Technical Reports and SOPs.
Adept at asset management and equipment purchase.
You will use your eQMS experience to carry out lab work in a GxP regulatory environment.
Carry out data interpretation, data processing and generating graphical outputs.
Requirements
Minimum of MSc or PhD in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry.
3 to 5+ years knowledge and successful hands-on experience in developing disparate analytical methodologies.
Must possess independent problem-solving and trouble shooting skills.
The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure and with minimum supervision.
Excellent organisational and time-management skills.
Knowledge of SIFT-Mass Spectrometry would be an advantage.
Help to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the lab.
Excellent communication/interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask projects and collaborate effectively with other team members.
Strong attention to detail.
Proven ability for original thinking.
Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).
About the Company
SRG are industry leaders in Life Sciences, Clinical and Engineering Recruitment and the largest Life Science recruitment agency in the UK. With over 30 years’ experience of helping leading STEM organisations find, hire and retain the very best STEM talent, we understand what job seekers and employers are looking to achieve, and what they need to get there. At SRG, our industry experts draw on their own experience, technical and scientific backgrounds and expertise, and work in partnership with businesses to ensure hiring su... Know more
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