Description
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Our client is recruiting for a Senior Process Development scientist based in Edinburgh. As part of the team, this role will co-ordinate the delivery of a variety of polyclonal antibody projects, through process development and technical transfer into the GMP Production Facility, ensuring that appropriate quality, time and cost standards are met.
The Role:
Reporting to the Process Development Supervisor, the main responsibilities of the role include:
* The design and development of GMP-compliant downstream processing according to client/project requirements.
* High level of specialist technical knowledge and hands on training
* Prepare project specific development documentation to a high standard e.g. development protocols and associated reports, batch records
* Lead the successful technical transfer of projects between development and GMP production.
* Adhere to company Quality and Health and Safety Policies
Skills/Experience Required:
Essential:
* Degree in relevant scientific discipline
* Extensive experience in downstream processing and scale up, to include: column chromatography, Tangential Flow Filtration
* Experience in protein analytical methods i.e SDS-PAGE, protein assays, UV assays, HPLC
* Competent in word processing, spreadsheet and database entry skills
* Experience in writing technical documents, e.g. development protocols, batch records, SOPS
Desirable
* Use of AKTA (or similar) system in protein purification and scale-up
* Experience in technology transfer of products/processes
* Knowledge of ELISA methodology for protein analysis
* A good understanding of GMP processes
Personal Attributes:
* Excellent organisational and communication skills
* Excellent attention to detail
* The ability to work independently and within a team environment
* Ability to solve complex problems with focus on continuous improvement
* Ability to adapt to rapidly changing demands
Benefits
* Competitive salary
* Great pension options
* Life insurance
* Free parking
* Great working environment
Search is an equal opportunities recruiter and we welcome applications from all suitably skilled or qualified applicants, regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/beliefs, sexual orientation or age.
