Jason Johal at CK Science is currently looking for an Analytical Chemist to join an industry leadingChemical and Metals Manufacturer, at their Testing Laboratory based at their state-of-the-art facilities in Berkshire.
Responsibilities:
As an Analytical Chemist, you will be responsible for supporting the R&D Teams through carrying out testing & characterisation of the organisation’s catalyst products & materials, using a routine powder X-Ray Diffraction (XRD) system and a specialist XRD system coupled with an advanced variable temperature in-situ reaction cell.
Qualifications:
To be considered for this role Analytical Chemist role, you will have a qualification in Analytical Chemistry, Material Science, Physics or a related discipline (or equivalent) and demonstrated experience using powder X-Ray Diffraction (XRD).
Benefits:
This Analytical Chemist role is an excellent opportunity to join a market leading Chemical Manufacturer, which in return offers an attractive salary & benefits package.
How to apply:
For more information or to apply for this Analytical Chemist role please contact Jason Johal on 01438 723 500 or email jjohal@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST23434 in all correspondence.
Hannah Milward is currently seeking to recruit an Inhalation Analyst to work with them at their site in Nottingham on a contract basis to cover an imminent maternity cover.
Responsibilities:
This role will involve carrying out analysis using techniques including Anderson Cascade Impaction and to ensure work is carried out in compliance to GMP. Other duties will include maintenance of equipment, taking part in internal and external QA assessments and completing paperwork amongst others.
Qualifications:
Candidates should be educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a relevant scientific subject and have experience of analysis of inhalation formulations.
Apply now:
For more information or to apply for this Inhalation Analyst position, please contact Hannah Milward on 0114 2839956 or hmilward@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH22370 in all correspondence.
CK Science are currently recruiting for a Senior Analytical Method Development Scientist to join a global Pharma CMO based in Wiltshire. The company are a major player within the Pharma and Biopharma CMO fields and are looking for a talented individual to join the team.
Responsibilities:
Within this role you will provide analytical support to the development and manufacture of a wide range of dosage forms from early formulation studies and clinical trial manufacture to NDA registration. The work is very varied and includes method development and validation, provision of support during formulation development and manufacture, release testing and stability studies.
Skills and experience:
You will have sufficient technical experience to be a driving force within the group and to be able to impart your knowledge to more junior members of staff.
Communication skills:
It is likely that you will be the analytical representative for project teams and as such having strong communication skills, to be able to converse and build the clients confidence is essential.
Organisational skills:
The nature of the environment is fast paced and as such you will have a number of projects to work on at any one time spanning a diverse product, dosage form and client range. With this in mind good organisational skills are also essential.
Qualifications:
You must be qualified in Chemistry or a related subject (or equivalent) and have previous analytical/CMO laboratory experience (preferably in gained in pharmaceutical analytical development).
Experience:
Experience in reversed phase HPLC / UV / DAD detection, GC, UV and dissolution, sample preparation (solid phase, liquid and solvent extraction) and proven experience in HPLC method development and validation are essential.
You will also have experience of working to cGLP / GMP.
Apply now
For more information or to apply for this Senior Analytical Method Development Scientist job, please contact Jason Johal at CK Science on 01438 732 500 or email jjohal@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST21688 in all correspondence.
Our client, a leading provider of pharmaceutical dosage form development, is currently seeking to recruit an Analytical Laboratory Manager to work at their site in Nottingham on a permanent basis.
The Analytical Laboratory Manager will be responsible for ensuring that the quality, compliance, efficiency and safety of the food and pharmaceutical laboratory operations are maintained, approve analytical technical reports and other documents, manage and develop teams to ensure quality standards, host client and regulatory audits, develop and improve existing systems and act as a technical advisor.
The ideal candidate for this Analytical Laboratory Manager role will be educated to degree level, or equivalent, in a scientific subject and have experience within a senior position for the pharmaceutical industry, preferably R&D and/or CRO. An awareness of analytical method development up to Phase 2 CT is also required.
Apply now
For more information, or to apply for this Analytical Laboratory Manager position, please contact Philippa Robertson on 0114 283 9956 or email probertson@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH20155 in all correspondence.
A Laboratory Manager is required to join a rapidly expanding waste management organisation based in Stoke on Trent, Staffordshire, UK.
Our client, a rapidly expanding waste management organisation, is currently looking for a Laboratory Manger to oversee a small testing laboratory.
As Laboratory Manager, you will have responsibility for pre acceptance and acceptance of samples whilst maintaining all the appropriate records, carrying out analysis of samples using a variety of analytical techniques including, ICP, XRF, IC, bomb calorimetery, titrations, plus wet chemistry. Working as Laboratory Manage you will also have be responsible for another member of staff, and produce accurate reports to tight deadlines.
The ideal candidate for this Laboratory Manager job will be educated to BSc level or equivalent in a chemistry related subject. This Laboratory Manager role also requires a candidate with industrial experience of a fast moving analytical testing laboratory. Ideally you will have supervisory experience and be used to dealing with customers and clients.
How to Apply
For more information, or to apply for this Laboratory Manager job, please contact Victoria Walker at CK Science on 0114 2839956 or email vwalker@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH19657 in all correspondence.
If you have not heard back from us within 5 working days of your application for this role, it means that on this occasion you have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment campaign. Entitlement to work in the EEA is essential.
Analytical Chemist needed to join a major pharmaceutical company based in Newcastle, UK. This Analytical Chemist job is initially a temporary contract, but is likely to lead to a permanent role. There are currently up to 5 Analytical Chemist positions available.
Working as an Analytical Chemist you will carry out chemical testing in accordance with approved methods (including HPLC, FTIR, GC) and in compliance with GMP. As an Analytical Chemist you will also be involved in testing products to pre-determined quality standards to meet customer requirements whilst maintaining the highest level of compliance and current Good Manufacturing Practices.
The successful applicant for this Analytical Chemist job will be ideally qualified to a minimum of ONC in Chemistry and be competent in using techniques such as HPLC, GC and FTIR ideally gained within an industrial environment.
The following skills and competencies are also required for this Analytical Chemist position:
Planning and organisational skills.
Forward thinking and solution focussed.
Understanding of testing and laboratory functions.
Positive and helpful nature.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Ability to make good decisions.
Accuracy.
Good communication skills – written and verbal.
Good time management and prioritisation.
Experience working in a laboratory environment.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a leading pharmaceutical company which markets a broad range of innovative products in their state of the art laboratories.
How to Apply
If you would like more information, or would like to apply for this Analytical Chemist job, please contact Heather Deagle at CK Science at hdeagle@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference DH19616 in all correspondence.
If you do not hear back from us within 5 working days of your application for this role, it means that on this occasion you have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment campaign.
This global organisation, a provider of technology advanced materials based in North Wales, require a Senior Analytical Chemist to work in the QC laboratory at their site in North Wales.
This Senior Analytical Chemist role will involve supervising 4 technicians who work a 24/7 shift pattern involving testing of resin systems. The ideal candidate will have experience of HPLC, viscosity testing and DSC. You will have chemical background with experience in the laboratory as a supervisor.
The role is a 6 month contract so it is essential you are immediately available or available on a maximum of 1 weeks notice. Entitlement to work in the EEA is essential.
How to apply:
To hear more information about this Senior Analytical Chemist role, please contact Russell Oakley on 0114 2839956 or email roakley@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote ref: SH19536 in all correspondence.
If you do not hear back from us within 5 working days of your application for this role, it means that on this occasion you have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment campaign.
About CK Science
CK Science is the largest independent scientific recruitment company in the UK. Our team of specialist recruiters are here to help you achieve your career ambitions within the scientific industry. We actively offer you careers advice, help with writing your CV, assistance with interview preparation and up-to-date information about the industry. We pride ourselves on providing an honest, straight-forward and trustworthy service to both our clients and candidates.
Our client, a key player within the Chemical Sector, are currently looking for a Technical Manager to join their team based in the North-Mid Wales/North West of England area.Technical Manager will lead the technical department ensuring it effectively and efficiently meets the current and future needs of the business.
The roles and responsibilities of this Technical Manager position will include:
Leading and managing the Technical and Laboratory Functions.
Ensuring efficient management systems, working practices and reporting systems are in place.
To reorganise the department into a flexible, efficient resource that meets the varying technical needs of the business – today and tomorrow.
Clarify the roles and responsibilities within the Technical Department and introduce management by objectives, appraisals and similar techniques to monitor and manage performance and outputs.
Keep abreast of legislative and technology changes and manage the threats and / or opportunities they bring.
Establish first class housekeeping, health and safety, MSDS management and similar laboratory procedures.
The ideal candidate for this Technical Manager position will possess an HNC qualification in chemistry or degree in chemistry (or equivalent). Previous experience of working with formulations/ coatings/ paints in a laboratory environment is essential and the candidate will be expected to possess excellent communication, problem solving, leadership, planning and organisation skills and be a good team player. A knowledge of industrial and marine coatings is also desirable but is not essential. Candidates must be eligible to work in the EEA.
How to Apply
To hear more or to apply for this Technical Manager role, please contact Victoria Walker on 0114 283 9956 vwalker@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference SH19409 in all correspondence.
If you do not hear back from us within 5 working days of your application for this role, it means that on this occasion you have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment campaign.
About CK Science
CK Science is the largest independent scientific recruitment company in the UK. Our team of specialist recruiters are here to help you achieve your career ambitions within the scientific industry. We actively offer you careers advice, help with writing your CV, assistance with interview preparation and up-to-date information about the industry. We pride ourselves on providing an honest, straight-forward and trustworthy service to both our clients and candidates.
Our client, a global industry leader in Consumer & Medical Device Technology, are currently looking for a Quality Engineer to work from their state-of-the-art Manufacturing facilities based in Suffolk.
Joining their Quality Engineering Team, you will be responsible for developing and implementing key manufacturing improvements in line with continual improvement activities such as 5S, Kaizen & Lean Manufacturing.
As a Quality Engineer, you will also be involved in conducting audits utilising a range of quality tools (FMEA, Control Plan, 8D, Lean) in line with relevant quality standards (ISO 13485, 19001) as well as implementing non conformance reports and root cause analysis in order to ensure corrective and preventative actions (CAPA) are taken.
This is an exciting opportunity to join a world leader in Technology Development & Manufacturing, which in return offers an attractive salary and benefits package as well as strong career progression.
To be considered for this Quality Engineer role, you will have a degree or equivalent in an Engineering or Scientific Discipline and proven practical experience within a Manufacturing and/or Medical Device Environment including Black Belt or the potential to achieve. Demonstrated experience of quality tools (FMEA, Control Plan, 8D, PPAP, DFSS, Lean Manufacturing) and knowledge of quality standards (ISO 13485, 19001) are essential for this role.
How to Apply
If you would like to hear more about this role, please contact Andrew Bolton on 01438 723 500 or email abolton@ckscience.co.uk. Please quote reference ST19410 in all correspondence.
If you do not hear back from us within 5 working days of your application for this role, it means that on this occasion you have not been shortlisted for the next stage of the recruitment campaign. Entitlement to work in the EEA is essential.
About CK Science
CK Science is the largest independent scientific recruitment company in the UK. Our team of specialist recruiters are here to help you achieve your career ambitions within the scientific industry. We actively offer you careers advice, help with writing your CV, assistance with interview preparation and up-to-date information about the industry. We pride ourselves on providing an honest, straight-forward and trustworthy service to both our clients and candidates.
According to a report by The Royal Society, if the UK does not invest heavily in science and scientific research, it will face decades of sluggish economic decline.
The report warned that Britain’s current advantage is in danger of being wiped out by the US, China, India, France and Germany who have increased spending in science to help boost their economies. For instance, the German government has said it will increase their budget for education and research by 12bn Euros by 2013.
Sir Martin Taylor, chair of the report’s advisory group stated: “As France announces a new €35bn investment in the knowledge economy, the UK cuts university budgets by £600m, with the threat of more to come.
“The UK has been in the top two of the scientific premier league for the last 350 years. It would seem obvious that politicians would recognise the need to invest in this competitive advantage rather than cutting funds.”
Lord Waldegrave, former Science Minister and provost of Eton College said: “Times are tough but this is exactly when you need to invest in the future and focus spending where you already have an advantage.
“Investment in science cannot be turned on and off on a political whim – we must have a long-term investment. If we cut science now, just as the benefits of nearly twenty years of consistent policy are really beginning to bear fruit, we will seriously damage our economic prospects.”
The report praises the fact that patents granted to UK universities have increase by 136% between 2000 and 2008, and that university spin outs employed 14,000 people in 2007/2008 with a turnover of £1.1bn. However, it seems that research and development is a weakness for the UK – in 2007 British companies spent 1.14% of GDP on R&D while in the US spent 1.9% and Germany 1.8%.
Experts in the field recommend the following to help remedy the situation:
Creating a 15 year framework for science and innovation with increased spending.
Prioritising investment in scientific skills and infrastructure, such as laboratories and equipment.
Better aligning science and innovation with global challenges.
Revitalising science and mathematics education.
And expanding the R&D tax credit.
Lord Sainsbury, the former science minister and member of the advisory group said: “We cannot compete with countries such as China and India on the basis of low wages, and science and innovation must, therefore, be the basis of the strategy for growth which we need to have as we go into a tough period of fiscal consolidation.”
