Quality Control Analyst I - DADM (Data & Documentation) - 18 Month FTC

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RoslinCT is a global CDMO focused on Advanced Cell and Gene Therapies. It was established in 2006, built upon the ground-breaking cloning technology of Dolly the Sheep. RoslinCT is one of the first to produce clinical-grade human pluripotent stem cells and developed the first CRISPR-edited cell therapy product for a major inherited disorder, taking it from early development to commercialization.

Quality Control Analyst I – DADM (Data & Documentation) - 18 Month FTC 

Location:Edinburgh BioQuarter, Little France

Who are we?

We are RoslinCT, a world-leading cell and gene therapy contract development and manufacturing organisation creating cutting-edge therapies that change people’s lives.

Collaborative, dedicated and talented people are the backbone of our culture, working both autonomously and in driven teams to make life-changing products utilising ground-breaking science.

Find out more about what we dohere!

Why join us?

  • The opportunity to join a rapidly expanding company which is changing lives, giving you the skills and experience to develop your career.
  • A generous salary package – we reward our people at the level they deserve.
  • 31 days of annual leave, plus 4 public holidays which increases with tenure.
  • A competitive company pension scheme to help you save for the future.
  • Group Life Cover – you are automatically covered for three times your basic salary to give you and your family peace of mind.
  • Private healthcare and access to mental health/wellbeing support as your health and wellbeing means a lot to us.
  • Flexible benefits such as retail discounts and access to the Cycle2Work scheme.

Your new role

  • We are looking for aQC Analyst I - DADM to join our growing team on a 18 month fixed term contract!
  • Please note: although this role is within QC, this is a desk-based position, so it doesn't involve any testing in the lab.
  • You will report directly to the QC Supervisor - DADM and will support the current GMP production of cellular therapies and cell banking through completion of quality related documentation and running of the QC laboratories.
  • You will perform general record keeping and maintain document organisation.
  • Perform trending, review, and reporting of Quality Control data.
  • Complete quality related documentation including QC records, change controls, incidents/deviations, and risk assessments in accordance with GMP and standard operating procedures.
  • Write and update SOPs for QC activities and compile QC reports and certificates of analysis in addition to more general record keeping.
  • Participate in day-to-day running of QC laboratories (performing stocks checks and coordinating equipment servicing and maintenance).
  • Comply with all Health and Safety policies and procedures.
  • Training of junior team members (QC Technicians).
  • Support in the compilation of information used to communicate with clients.
  • Provision of out of hours cover for critical equipment alarms as required on a rotational basis.

About you

  • Experience working with flow cytometry, tissue culture, or molecular biology within a commercial life sciences laboratory.
  • A good standard of written English and the ability to write accurately and clearly.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to build strong working relationships.
  • A good working knowledge of UK laws and regulations for cell therapy products and tissue donation.
  • Competent in the use of Microsoft Office products.
  • Good organisational and planning skills with the ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment.
  • You will be able to create a positive environment through self-awareness and social skills.
  • Effectively manage and influence stakeholders’ and customer expectations.
  • Excellent attention to detail with a real desire to continually develop and improve our processes.

Qualifications

  • A degree in a life science subject or equivalent qualification or other equivalent experience is required.

Next Steps

If this sounds like you, then please hit ‘Apply’ now. We will ask you to upload your CV and complete a short application form detailing why you are interested and why we should hire you.

At RoslinCT, we’re all about inclusivity and creating a fair, welcoming workplace. Our goal is to make sure everyone knows they’re valued and encouraged to be themselves, whether they’re our employees, customers, or partners.

We take pride in being an equal opportunity employer. We treat all applicants fairly and don’t discriminate based on any protected characteristics. So, no matter who you are, we welcome your application with open arms.

If you’ve got any specific needs or concerns regarding accessibility during the recruitment process, don’t hesitate to reach out to us at. We’re here to assist and make things as smooth as possible for you.

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