Scientist II

Posted 12 hours 7 minutes ago by Mondelez España Galletas Production SLU

Permanent
Not Specified
Laboratory Jobs
Berkshire, Wokingham, United Kingdom, RG401
Job Description
R-138334 R&D Center - Reading, UK (Wokingham Campus)

Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.

Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!

Purpose: The role at Scientist II is to undertake a practical role with possible supervisory responsibilities within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology laboratory. Play a key role in ensuring that projects are performed and supervised effectively and accurately within agreed timescales and to appropriate quality standards. This role focuses on routine and investigative analyse s of products and method development and validations using techniques such ( Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Sterility, GPT, PET, Identifications , Disinfectant, EM and TVAC) Supervise and train junior members of the team as required . C lient contact and administrative support for laboratory management.

The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Technical

Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely / accurate provision of results.

Perform a range of routine and investigative analysis using ( for example: Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Sterility, GPT, PET, Identifications , Disinfectant, EM and TVAC ) independently and provide interpretatio n of results generated as required

Perform method development , transfers and design validation protocols with support .

Responsible for the maintenance of the systems including checking and approving supplier's reports (qualifications, repairs and preventative reports) .

Assist with technical aspects for client proposals for method development, transfers and validation protocols

Be superuser in the use of (enter specific examples i.e. O penlab ) , proficient at set ting up reports and troubleshooting

Provide training and supervise junior staff in routine activities and methods.

Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required .

Communication & Influence

Work as part of an efficient analytical team

To liai se with clients, business development and line management to ensure effective communication of project proposals and results .

Participate in client and stake holder meetings as required

Deliver presentations to technical stakeholders and clients as required

Manage small projects or defined areas of larger projects

Leadership and supervision

Plan own workload and plan routine projects for junior staff

Train junior members of the team in routine methods

Supervision/Line Management of up to 3 technicians /senior technicians .

QEHS

Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs , risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed .

To complete assigned quality actions i n a timely manner

Assist with the documentation of SOPs for simple equipment and tests and generation of Risk Assessments and COSHH

To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.

To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.

Ensure training records are accurate .

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:

Educated to Degree or PhD in a relevant scientific discipline or equivalent relevant experience in a laboratory.

Good understanding of (include specifics) lab equipment

Scientific understanding and ability to independently conduct chemical analysis in relevant area Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team

Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements. Well organised and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.

Meticulous attention to detail

Good verbal and written skills with the ability to communicate with client's and colleagues

Self motivated , enthusiastic and quick to learn.

Able to organise own work and others to maximise output

Computer literate in standard MS office applications

Experience of working in a regulated environment.

English fluency (written and spoken)

More about this role

Opportunities to learn and develop

Performance Related Bonus scheme

Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)

Life assurance

27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)

Business Unit Summary Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries.Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.

Curious about us and want to learn more?

RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Type RegularAnalytical ScienceScience & Engineering Job Description Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?

Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration

At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.

Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.

If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!

Purpose: The role at Scientist II is to undertake a practical role with possible supervisory responsibilities within the Pharmaceutical Microbiology laboratory. Play a key role in ensuring that projects are performed and supervised effectively and accurately within agreed timescales and to appropriate quality standards. This role focuses on routine and investigative analyse s of products and method development and validations using techniques such ( Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Sterility, GPT, PET, Identifications , Disinfectant, EM and TVAC) Supervise and train junior members of the team as required . C lient contact and administrative support for laboratory management.

The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites.

Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:

Technical
  • Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely / accurate provision of results.
  • Perform a range of routine and investigative analysis using ( for example: Endotoxins, Bioburdens, Sterility, GPT, PET, Identifications , Disinfectant, EM and TVAC ) independently and provide interpretatio n of results generated as required
  • Perform method development , transfers and design validation protocols with support .
  • Responsible for the maintenance of the systems including checking and approving supplier's reports (qualifications, repairs and preventative reports) .
  • Assist with technical aspects for client proposals for method development, transfers and validation protocols
  • Be superuser in the use of (enter specific examples i.e. O penlab ) , proficient at set ting up reports and troubleshooting
  • Provide training and supervise junior staff in routine activities and methods.
  • Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required .
Communication & Influence
  • Work as part of an efficient analytical team
  • To liai se with clients, business development and line management to ensure effective communication of project proposals and results .
  • Participate in client and stake holder meetings as required
  • Deliver presentations to technical stakeholders and clients as required
  • Manage small projects or defined areas of larger projects
Leadership and supervision
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