Scientific Technical Specialist

The Analytical Sciences (AS) group require a Technical Specialist with strong analytical experience to provide multidisciplinary expertise and technical support to the Analytical Sciences team.

The successful candidate will be responsible for assisting in the effective and efficient running of analytical projects and will be active members within the wider Technology team to provide technical support guidance and expertise to ensure the success of the team. A high level of innovation enthusiasm and drive will be required to deliver technical excellence for a number of analytical transfers method development method qualifications equipment validation and smallscale process optimisation studies.

The Scientific Technical Specialist provides technical support to ensure the continued manufacture and supply of quality pharmaceutical products in meeting the company priorities of: Compliance Supply Strategy and Profit Plan. This role is responsible for all aspects of method and equipment validation assisting in the effective and efficient running of the method equipment validation and smallscale optimisation operations programs. The Scientific Technical Specialist works with moderate work direction and is skilled and knowledgeable to the position.

Requirements

Primary activities/responsibilities:

Lead and participate in crossfunctional projects problem solving teams for troubleshooting and investigations across site.

Knowledgeable in protein chemistry and analytical techniques in a Chemistry Separations laboratory (e.g. HPLC CE and protein biochemistry etc.) Method validations method transfers and Equipment qualifications in a GMP environment.

Perform laboratory experiments required to deliver on project timelines.

Participate in continuous improvement initiatives including method optimisation and troubleshooting.

Preparation of documentation associated with the projects in accordance with GDP (good documentation practice) and site procedures.

Prepare review and approval of technical documents procedures CAPAs change control deviations metrics etc.

Adhere to highest quality standards

Leadership Behaviours:

Focus on Customers Including Patients

Focus the entire organization on delivering value for customers including patients by understanding and meeting their needs.

Collaborate

Actively listen and seek to understand differing perspectives; work together to achieve the common goals of the client.

Act with Candor and Courage

Speak openly honestly and with conviction; have the courage to take appropriate risks and make difficult decisions.

Make Rapid Disciplined Decisions

Make timely decisions at the right level with the right data and support them once made.

Drive Results

Set clear performance standards; overcome obstacles; hold ourselves and others accountable for achieving results.

Demonstrate Ethics & Integrity

Adhere to the highest standards of trustworthy and ethical behavior in all interactions and hold others to the same standards; comply with all laws policies and regulations; identify and address ethical issues without hesitation.

Build Talent

Build diverse talent with the capabilities necessary to succeed in our markets; inspire reward and develop to ensure individuals reach their potential; make tough calls when necessary.

Required: 

BSc/MSc. qualification (Science)

At least 3 years industry experience working with chemistry techniques (e.g. HPLC CE and protein biochemistry etc.) in a QC/Analytical role group.

Demonstrated successes in a team environment such as project teams problem solving teams etc.

Selfmotivated and ability to work as part of a team with good project management skills.

Stakeholder management of multiple decision makers corporate colleagues cross functional teams.

Desired Qualifications/Experience: Empower3 Astra SAP.

Demonstrated ability to fully realize improvement initiatives.

High level written and verbal communications with advanced PC skills.

Project management or qualifications such as Project Management Professional (PMP)

Evidence of Continuous Professional Development.