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We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges.
We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.
We are based in Hertfordshire, in the town of Hoddesdon. The Hoddesdon campus, consisting of several purpose built scientific and administrative buildings together with a purpose built conference STE area has more than 5,000m2 of premier R&D space and houses an established Process Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry and Drug Discovery team, and a newly formed Formulation Development department.
The Hoddesdon site has state-of-the-art Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standard facilities for the development of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API), formulation development and process chemistry. We offer our employees a highly supportive team-work environment, enabling them to develop and liberate their true potential.
Job Summary
We have opened a new Bioanalysis group at the Hoddesdon site to complement our work at Rushden. This team will work closely with the newly formed in vitro DMPK Assay group at Hoddesdon.
The Pharmaron Team is looking to expand and recruit a Graduate Research Scientist to perform analysis of small and large molecules in biological samples.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Perform established analytical procedures.
- Prepare samples for analysis.
- General laboratory tasks.
- Support other members of staff in their work as appropriate or as directed by Management.
- Perform basic instrument set-up and maintenance and method development as required, with necessary guidance.
- Ensure work is conducted, documented, and reported in line with department practices and governing policies, and with client requirements where appropriate.
Qualification
Essential Requirements
- BSc (Hons) or higher in Chemistry or related subject.
- Industrial Placement or prior experience in an analytical, biochemistry or similar laboratory advantageous.
- Knowledge of quantitative triple quadrupole mass spectrometry paired with liquid chromatography.
- Experience in sample extraction and work-up methods.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office software.
Why Should You Apply?
- This is an opportunity for you as a successful graduate to be a highly valued member of our team and have a real impact in a fast-growing and highly respected CRO striving to become the world leader in contract research services.
- Build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards of scientific research
- To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do
What we offer
- Vibrant and dynamic employment - we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy - our future is strong and exciting
- Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself - our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
- A great team where we all support each other - enjoy your work - after all you spend about a third of your time here!
