Technical Scientist - Upstream

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Technical Scientist - Upstream on behalf of a leading global pharmaceutical client based at their site in Speke, near Liverpool.

Contract duration: 6-month rolling contract

Rates: £15.38 and £20.51 per hour, based on experience.

Duties of the role / Responsibilities

• Support the development of upstream processes, both fermentation and cell culture, for biopharma projects.
• Work collaboratively with lead scientists to execute and evaluate laboratory studies through hands on experimentation. Support successful commercialization of new products by partnering across functions.
• Perform essential daily tasks including equipment calibration, buffer and media preparation, sampling, and routine monitoring of cultures.
• Demonstrate GXP excellence during the execution and documentation of experiments.
• Support on technical transfers and scale up into Speke pilot plant for delivery of pivotal clinical trial materials. Execute material supply activities in accordance with GMP in the pilot plant when required.

Technical Scientist - Upstream Requirements

• Degree or higher degree in a scientific or engineering discipline or 5+ years of relevant industry experience in a laboratory or pilot plant environment.
• Proven experience in a hands on lab role, ideally within an upstream process team.
• A proactive approach to identifying and resolving lab-based issues or equipment downtime.
• Technical precision regarding equipment calibration and maintenance.

Candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in the United Kingdom and are unable to receive visa sponsorship from the client.