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Assay Development Scientist Job in Wiltshire, UK

Thursday, May 10th, 2012

Reena Dhana at CK Science is currently recruiting for an Assay Development Scientist to join a rapidly expanding Diagnostic Technology Organisation at their site based in Wiltshire. This Assay Development Scientist job is a full time, permanent and fixed term role.

Assay Development Scientist Job Description:

As an Assay Development Scientist, the main purpose of your role will be:

- Contributing to assay development.

- Formulating reagents.

- Testing of assays.

The successful Assay Development Scientist, you will have the following qualifications, skills and experience:

- Qualified in Biochemistry, Molecular Biology or a related discipline (or equivalent).

- Previous experience of PCR, ELISA or other assay techniques.

- Previous experience of writing scientific publications.

- Previous laboratory experience.

As an Assay Development Scientist, you will be joining a specialist Diagnostics Technology Organisation providing equipment to the Pharmaceutical and Biotechnology industries, this company is a growing organisation who are offering a competitive salary, with excellent benefits.

How to apply:

Contact Reena for more details.

Click here to apply online now.

For more information regarding this Assay Development Scientist role, please contact Reena Dhana at CK Science on 01438 723 500 or email rdhana@ckscience.co.uk. Please use reference ST24159 in all correspondence.

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Environmental Agency chairman supports gas extraction technique “fracking”

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

Environmental Agency chairman supports gas extraction technique “fracking”The Telegraph has reported that the Environmental Agency boss has given his support to the controversial technique of gas extraction “Fracking”

The process of fracking (hydraulic fracturing) involves pumping water and chemicals into shale rock at high pressure to extract gas. Energy companies say the use of fracking will lead to cheaper supplies.

The chairman of the Environment Agency Lord Smith told BBC Radio 4′s Today programme that he would not stand in the way of fracking in the UK, as long as certain requirements were met, arguing that “it could be part of the answer” to the UK’s energy demands.

He also said “the source of a domestically available gas supply would, of course, be potentially very beneficial for our energy needs. It could provide energy security, which we don’t necessarily have when we import gas from abroad. It could be affordable,”

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Our Latest Science Jobs in the UK – 8th of May 2012

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

Here is a list of our latest science jobs in the UK. Click on the links below to find out more and be the first to apply!

North West:

Temporary QC Laboratory Analyst – N,West

Temporary Process Development Scientist – N.West

Process Development Chemist- Organic Chemistry, NW

South of the UK

Senior Polymer Chemist – Cambridgeshire / Suffolk

Microbiologist, Pharma – Herts

Senior Polymer Chemist – Northamptonshire

Plant Chemist – Ink, Chemical, Coatings, Berkshire

Site Chemist – Waste Management, Norwich

Senior Process Chemist – Chemical, Cambridgeshire

QA Officer – Surrey

North East:

QA Officer – Teesside

Business Manager

Microbiologist – County Durham

Midlands:

Contract Laboratory QC Analyst – Pharmaceutical

Quality Manager – Materials, GMP, ISO13485 – WMids

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Chemists (Shift and Day Positions) – North East

Tuesday, May 8th, 2012

Barney Smith at CK Science is recruiting for a number of Chemists to join a company that provides analytical services to the Oil & Gas and Chemicals sector at their site in the North East

The job:

The company have openings for a number of chemists at different levels to work either on days or on shifts in analysing bitumen, oil and petrochemicals.

As a Chemist you will be required to collect samples from external sources which will involve climbing ladders and working in confined spaces.  It is a high throughput environment with quick turnaround times and the analysis will involve GC, AA,IR, UV and Karl Fischer.

Qualifications and skills:

The successful applicant for these Chemist roles will receive full training but must have at the very minimum a basic level of understanding of chemistry and ideally commercial lab experience.  The ideal candidates will be able to drive, be happy working unsociable hours and be able to work at heights and in confined spaces. They must be flexible in their approach to work and be happy to take on responsibility. 

How to apply:

Apply online:

For more information or to apply for these Chemist roles please contact Barney Smith on 0191 384 8905 or email bsmith@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference DH23940 in all correspondence.

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Interview Advice Bulletin – May 2012

Friday, May 4th, 2012

Do you have an interview for a job in science? Here are a few tips from CK Science to help make sure you ace that interview and land that perfect science job:

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NIH collaborate with Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Eli Lilly

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

NIH collaborate with Pfizer, AstraZeneca and Eli LillyFierce Biotech reported that The National Institutes of Health today unveiled a collaborative program that will match researchers with a selection of pharmaceutical industry compounds to help scientists explore new treatments for patients.

NIH’s new National Center for Advancing Translational Sciences (NCATS) has partnered initially with Pfizer, AstraZeneca, and Eli Lilly. The drug companies will offer up their data and investigators will have a chance to explore new uses, with a set of deal templates in place to help speed the process on 20 programs.

The investigators will have access to failed drugs to see if they can be repurposed for new uses.

Rod MacKenzie, group senior vice president, head of Pfizer PharmaTherapeutics Research and Development said “Pfizer has a rich history of partnering with the academic and public sectors to discover and develop innovative medicines…We believe that participating in this unique program, and making well researched molecules available to NIH’s broad network of researchers, is another important step in advancing a vibrant biomedical ecosystem.”

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Business Manager – North East

Thursday, May 3rd, 2012

Barney Smith at CK Science is looking for a Business Manager to join a manufacturer of chemicals for use in the pharmaceutical, healthcare and medical industries at their site in the North East of the UK.

Responsibilities:

As a Business Manager you will manage the healthcare section of the company.  You will be responsible for:

  • Developing market strategy
  • Setting sales targets and goals
  • Sourcing and managing distributors and suppliers
  • Providing high levels of customer service
  • Responsible for growing the business and increasing turnover and profitability. 

Qualifications:

The successful candidate for this Business Manager role must be qualified to degree level in a scientific based subject or possess equivalent experience and a proven track record in sales and manufacturing, ideally within pharmaceuticals, medical devices or cleanroom supplies. 

How to apply:

For more information or to apply for this Business Manager role please contact Barney Smith on 0191 384 8905 or email bsmith@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference DH24239 in all correspondence.

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Lilly open £5.4m research base in Surrey, UK

Wednesday, May 2nd, 2012

As reported by The Pharma Times, the global pharmaceutical company, Lilly are to open a new £5.4m research base at their Erl Wood Research and Development centre in Surrey.

Lilly open £5.4m research base in Surrey, UK130 clinical development scientists will be based at the new Surrey-based research centre and will be working across disciplines such as:

  • Data sciences
  • Statistics
  • Pharmacology
  • Pharmacokinetics
  • Pharmnacodynamics

The research conducted at the R&D centre will focus on neurological conditions such as Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s disease, depression and schizophrenia, as well as oncology, diabetes and autoimmune diseases.

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DMPK Scientist – Hertfordshire

Tuesday, May 1st, 2012

Julie Marshall at CK Science is currently recruiting for a DMPK Scientist to join a DMPK department for a Drug Discovery company based in Hertfordshire on a full time, 12 month temporary basis.

Experience required:

As DMPK Scientist you will require experience in the following:

  • Competency in conducting in vitro DMPK assays such as intrinsic clearance (microsomes and/or hepatocytes) and/or plasma protein binding.
  • An understanding of basic LC-MS/MS principles and preparing samples for LC-MS/MS analysis
  • Routine LC-MS/MS troubleshooting and maintenance

Qualifications and skills:

The successful DMPK Scientist will have the following qualifications and skills:

  • Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific capacity
  • Some knowledge and experience of working within a DMPK department
  • LC/MS/MS experience with Waters Triple Quad instruments is desired
  • Competency with Excel

 

Benefits:

If successful for this DMPK Scientist job, you will be joining a global Drug Discovery company and in return there is an attractive salary, coupled with excellent benefits and career progression opportunities.

How to apply:

Apply online:

For more information or to apply for this DMPK Scientist position, please contact Julie Marshall via email: jmarshall@ckscience.co.uk or telephone: 01438 723 500.  Please quote reference ST24197 in all correspondence.

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GSK give a £12 million grant to the University of Nottingham

Tuesday, May 1st, 2012

GlaxoSmithKline and the University of Nottingham are to collaborate together to establish a new laboratory to accommodate the Centre of Excellence for sustainable chemistry and to construct an innovative carbon neutral sustainable chemistry laboratory.

The GlaxoSmithKline Carbon Neutral Laboratory for Sustainable Chemistry will be based on the University’s Jubilee Campus and its construction is being supported by a £12m grant from GSK

The focus on sustainability will be reflected in the building itself, which will incorporate the latest technologies to allow it to be carbon-neutral over its lifetime

Sir Andrew Witty, CEO of GSK said: “The carbon neutral laboratory will help affirm the UK as a global hub for the future of the life-sciences industry

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