Senior Scientist II (Analytical Chemist)

Location Bedfordshire
Discipline: Biotechnology
Job type: Permanent
Salary: ££40k - 60k per year
Contact name: Olivia Hepworth

Contact email: olivia.hepworth@sciencesr.com
Job ref: 8525
Published: 18 days ago

Senior Scientist II – Analytical Team

My client, a leading biotechnology organisation, is seeking an experienced Senior Scientist II to join their Analytical Team in Bedfordshire. The successful candidate will be a key member of the Analytical and Lab teams, responsible for driving research and development (R&D), quality control (QC), and analytical method development activities.

To be considered for this Senior Analytical Scientist position you will have a strong technical background, problem-solving ability, and experience in method validation, with an emphasis on biotechnology analytical assay development.

 

Key Responsibilities:

  • Method Development and Validation: Lead the development and validation of analytical methods, with a primary focus on High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and ideally, experience with affinity measurement systems such as Surface Plasmon Resonance (SPR) or Biolayer Interferometry (BLI).
  • Product Support: Support product development through QC testing and preparing necessary documentation, including Work Instructions, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and Validation Protocols.
  • Project Management: Oversee and manage multiple internal and external projects, ensuring alignment with analytical priorities and timelines.
  • Data Analysis and Presentation: Regularly prepare and present technical reports.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with interdisciplinary technical teams to drive progress on various analytical projects.

 

Background/Experience:

  • You will be degree educated in Chemistry, Biotechnology, Bioengineering – or a related field.
  • You will have at least 10 years’ experience in analytical roles.
  • Familiarity with working under ISO9001, ISO13485, or similar quality standards.
  • Experience with HPLC, SPR, or BLI.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively.

If this role aligns with your background and future career plans please apply here, or contact:

Olivia Hepworth – Recruitment Consultant

01524 237291 – Olivia.hepworth@sciencesr.com