Senior Analytical Scientist

JOB DESCRIPTION JOB TITLE Senior Analytical Scientist LOCATION Sandwich, Kent DEPARTMENT Analytical Control & Development PURPOSE OF ROLE To carry out analytical testing in support of product development, clinical studies and product registration MAIN ACCOUNTABILITIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform the duties below.

Reasonable adjustments may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the duties assigned to this role. The job description outlines the main duties and accountabilities in general terms only and is not intended to be prescriptive.

Carry out all analytical activities required to deliver new respiratory and other medicinal products to clinical studies and commercialisation Lead the planning of experiments to generate scientific understanding in the development of analytical methods and during formulation development of new products.

Process and review data related to product development, stability, and process scale up; interpret results and report experimental outcomes to project development team. Lead the troubleshooting of instrumentation and investigation of aberrant samples results.

Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance with the principles of data integrity and good documentation practices. Work with other senior analysts to lead the analytical laboratory operation and identify opportunities for improvements in the working practices and procedures.

Oversee the day-to-day work of less experienced analytical laboratory staff. Adherence to all applicable policies and procedures, including those relating to EHS, GMP, GCP, Quality and Compliance, consistent with the role Perform other duties as assigned e.g. laboratory housekeeping, ordering, shipping samples.

PERSON SPECIFICATION The requirements for the position are outlined below. A combination of experience and/or education may be taken into consideration. Required: Relevant Bachelor of Science Degree (for example Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensics) and substantial practical work experience e.g. through industry or relevant PhD/Post Doctoral roles.

Passionate to work in analytical laboratory role. Has a good understanding of basic principles of physical, organic and analytical chemistry and can demonstrate advanced knowledge in specific areas related to their expertise.

Highly familiar with calculations used in analytical chemistry and the application of statistics. Has a good underst...

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