Analytical Scientist

Livingston
1 year ago
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Fantastic opportunity for Analytical Scientist wanting to join a world-leading pharmaceutical testing CRO.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and innovative Analytical Scientist with experience with Pharmacopeia or Raw Materials testing. The successful candidate will also use a range of other analytical laboratory techniques and be able to form strong working relationships with colleagues. Experience with HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer titrations and Atomic Absorption would be beneficial.

Qualifications/Skills/Experience:

  • Degree in Chemistry or related subject

  • Applications are welcome from GMP laboratory experience

  • Excellent knowledge of HPLC

  • Knowledge of other analytical techniques desirable

  • Strong communication and organisation skills

    This role comes with excellent career progression opportunities and a competitive salary. Apply today to be considered!

    Keywords: Graduate, chemistry graduate, Pharmaceutical, Biopharmaceutical, API, Drug Product, Intermediate, GMP, cGMP, Good Manufacturing Practise, HPLC, UPLC, high performance liquid chromatography, LC, LCMS, LC-MS, GC, gas chromatography, Analytical Chemistry, analyst, Livingston, Edinburgh, Glasgow, Bathgate, Linlithgow, Blackburn, Armadale, Whitburn, Scotland, VRS8982MP.

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