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Pharmaceutical Production Chemist

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2 months ago
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Are you looking for a varied role in Pharmaceutical Production? Do you have a degree in a Scientific Discipline?


A manufacturer of specialist radiopharmaceuticals are currently seeking a Production Operator to join the team at their site near Preston. The role will involve the synthesis, dispensing and distribution of radiopharmaceutical products. This is an ideal opportunity if you are a graduate (MSc/BSc, or equivalent) of a relevant scientific discipline.



Role Overview

  • Permanent, Full Time.
  • Due to the short shelf life of the products being manufactured you will be required to work unsociable shift patterns including nights and weekends (12 hour shifts). You will receive break periods meaning over a period of 28 days, 11 days are worked.
  • Synthesis of radiopharmaceutical products (cyclotron operation)
  • Dispensing of radiopharmaceutical products into vials.
  • Involvement in the packaging and shipment of products to patients.



Requirements

  • Educated to Degree level or equivalent in relevant scientific discipline.
  • Must be able to work 12 hour shifts including nights/weekends.
  • Prior experience of working a similar shift shift pattern including nights is highly beneficial.
  • Experience of working to, or a good understanding of, cGMP standards is highly beneficial.



In return

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain experience and full training in Radiopharmaceutical manufacturing to further your scientific career. You will receive a competitive starting salary in the region of £32,450pa. You will receive excellent training and development opportunities, with clearly defined training milestones.


For more information, please contact Louis Williams.

Due to the volume of applications received on a daily basis, we find it incredibly difficult to respond to each and every one. Should you not hear back from us within two weeks, please assume your application was unsuccessful on this occasion.

Network Scientific is an award-winning science recruitment agency specialising in the provision of temporary, permanent and contract recruitment services to the scientific and related technical industries. We’re an ethical and knowledgeable consultancy passionate about our candidate care.

If you feel this role is not right for you but are interested in other opportunities in the Scientific sector, please take a look at our company website.

Please note that all applicants for this role should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Network Scientific Recruitment, part of Network Scientific Ltd. is an Employment Business/Agency.

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