Associate Principle Analytical Scientist (R&D)

Cardiff

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Associate Principle Analytical Scientist (R&D)

Location: Cardiff, UK

Contract: Permanent

Company Benefits: 25 days holidays (increases with tenure) + private medical cover + life cover + pension scheme options + volunteering days + other enhanced company benefits.

Are you ready to make a significant impact in the world of chemical research and development? Do you have a passion for science and a knack for solving complex problems? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you!

Key Responsibilities:

Lead Analytical Projects: Take the helm as the Analytical Lead on customer projects, ensuring top-notch quality, integrity, and scientific excellence while building strong customer relationships.
Innovate and Integrate: Develop and integrate new capabilities using your foundational knowledge and the latest industry and academic advancements to enhance the business’ scientific offerings.
Method Development: Create and validate innovative analytical methods for small molecule intermediates, APIs, and drug products (such as LC/GC-MS), delivering solutions that exceed customer expectations.
Problem Solving: Collaborate with other teams to tackle analytical challenges and troubleshoot instruments, driving innovation and efficiency.
Digital Tools: Leverage digital tools to provide rapid and efficient process understanding for clients.
Leadership and Mentorship: Lead initiatives to advance the analytical team’s expertise in advanced methodologies, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Mentor and coach junior and mid-level scientists.
Safety Standards: Champion strong safety standards in the laboratory, ensuring compliance and acting as a role model.

Knowledge and Skills:
Educational Background: MSc minimum in Chemistry (or related subject) required; PhD is preferred.
Analytical Expertise: Extensive work experience (ideally 8-10 years) in analytical science with proven expertise in the development of pharmaceutical products or related chemical industries.
Technical Proficiency: Skilled in developing robust methods using NMR, HPLC, GC, MS, and other techniques for API and DP analysis. Experience with chromatographic data systems from Agilent, Waters, Thermo, Shimadzu, etc.
Scientific Communication: Ability to write clear, concise reports from complex data and communicate effectively in technical language with scientific peers and customers.
Additional Skills: Knowledge of synthetic chemistry, physical organic chemistry, and/or catalysis is preferred. Strong data management and visualization skills are essential.
Standards and Safety: Good understanding of applicable standards and HSSE principles.

Person Specification:
Passionate Scientist: Your enthusiasm for science can drive your contributions to the team’s success.
Self-Motivated: Focused on achieving demanding project objectives with a results-oriented mindset.
Creative and Eager to Learn: Always seeking new challenges and opportunities for growth.
Mentor and Leader: Capable of mentoring and developing team members while maintaining a strong level of integrity.
Effective Communicator: Proficient in both written and verbal communication, able to advocate for your opinions while collaborating effectively with others.
Decision Maker: Confident in making decisions that support the business with integrity.
Emotionally Intelligent: High levels of personal awareness and emotional intelligence, enabling you to empathize with others and work collaboratively.
Committed to Development: Dedicated to continuous self-improvement and supporting a culture of continuous improvement.

Apply today and send in your CV to be considered for this great opportunity

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