Physical Testing Scientist
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p strong Job Title: Scientist I – Physical Testing /strong /p p strong Location: /strong Deeside, UK (Onsite) /p p strong Contract Length: /strong 12 Months /p p strong Working Hours: /strong Full Time – 35 hours per week /p p strong Pay Rate: /strong £122.62 per day (PAYE) /p p br /p p strong Role Overview /strong /p p The Scientist II in the Physical Testing Department supports the product development process for medical devices by conducting physical testing to ensure product strong safety, efficacy, and quality /strong .
The role involves generating, analysing, and documenting data in compliance with strong Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) /strong , and strong Good Documentation Practice (GDP) /strong . /p p Scientist II’s are expected to apply scientific knowledge and practical laboratory experience to develop, validate, and execute physical test methods based on recognised industry standards and bespoke product requirements.
The role requires strong attention to detail, effective workload management across multiple projects, adaptability to change, and excellent problem‑solving and communication skills. /p p br /p p strong Key Responsibilities /strong /p p strong Quality Compliance /strong /p ul li Operate within a controlled strong ISO 13485 /strong and strong ISO 9001 /strong laboratory quality system. /li li Ensure compliance with strong GxP /strong , cGMP, SOPs and Technical Documents (TDs). /li li Maintain data integrity and ensure accurate, timely reporting to GLP standards. /li li Participate in change control activities and associated actions. /li /ul p strong Physical Testing Method Development /strong /p ul li Design, plan and execute strong physical testing activities /strong to support R D and base business projects. /li li Develop and validate new physical testing methods in line with industry standards. /li li Estimate resource and time requirements for experiments and monitor performance to ensure targets are met. /li li Assist with laboratory test method and procedural revisions. /li /ul p strong Data Analysis Documentation /strong /p ul li Independently analyse and interpret test data using statistical analysis tools. /li li Author and technically approve validation protocols, reports, benchbooks, and technical documentation. /li li Accurately record laboratory data in accordance with GDP requirements. /li li Prepare and deliver internal presentations to communicate laboratory findings. /li /ul p strong Investigations Continuous Improvement /strong /p ul li Conduct detailed laboratory investigations into atypical or out-of-specification (OOS) results. /li li Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective and preventative actions (CAPA). /li li Author clear, concise investigation reports. /li /ul p strong Laboratory Operations Support /strong /p ul li Support daily laboratory activities, including: /li li Housekeeping /li li Equipment maintenance and calibration /li li Solution preparation /li li Consumable stock replenishment /li li Sample shipping and logging /li li Document scanning and filing /li /ul p br /p p strong Authority /strong /p p strong Quality Management System Authority /strong /p p For Physical Testing‑related protocols, plans, reports, benchbooks and test data, the Scientist II has authority as: /p ul li strong Author Approver /strong /li li strong Technical Approver /strong /li /ul p br /p p strong Skills Experience /strong /p p strong Essential /strong /p ul li 1–2 years’ experience working in a laboratory environment. /li li Broad understanding of physical testing techniques. /li li Good written and verbal communication skills. /li li Strong organisational skills and attention to detail. /li li Good working knowledge of strong Microsoft Word and Excel /strong . /li li Understanding of safe working practices in a laboratory environment. /li /ul p strong Desirable /strong /p ul li Experience within the strong Medical Devices or Pharmaceutical industry /strong . /li li Working knowledge of strong FDA and European quality regulations /strong , including: /li li ISO 13485:2016 /li li ISO 9001 /li li FDA 21 CFR Part 820 /li li Knowledge and experience of GMP guidelines and regulations. /li li Statistical analysis experience, with strong Minitab /strong desirable. /li /ul p br /p p strong Qualifications / Education /strong /p ul li strong Bachelor’s Degree /strong in a relevant science-related discipline (e.g. biological sciences). /li /ul p br /p