Laboratory Manager

Laboratory Manager Analytical Chemistry

"Laboratory Manager" for successful GMP/GLP compliant laboratory specialised pharmaceutical and medical device testing.

Based in Hampshire, you will be responsible for:

Responsibilities:

• Analysis of customer samples following the relevant protocols, methods and specifications
• Techniques used will predominately be HPLC/GC to wet chemistry; therefore, the candidate must be familiar with all necessary laboratory equipment and techniques including spectroscopy
• Analysis will initially be chemical characterisation of medical devices. Growth to include analysis of other raw materials, intermediates and final products is possible
• All analysis must be carried out following the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) or Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
• To review all analytical results and ensure that they are recorded accurately and associated reports produced
• To carry out calibrations, performance qualifications and maintenance of equipment when required
• To develop and validate new methods of analysis as requested by customer protocols
• To manage own workloads and to ensure all analytical work is carried out efficiently and accurately and that project timescales are met
• To be familiar with health and safety / COSHH requirements
• To attend training courses when necessary
• Training of analytical chemists and new members of staff and to take on a supervisory role as the department grows
• To liaise directly with customers and collaborators when appropriate.
• To liaise with our quality assurance department
• To initiate projects, business development and new business initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Experience Required:

• Must have formal academic training of at least a degree standard in chemistry or a degree containing a large proportion of chemistry. It is essential that the candidate understands the principles of chemistry relating to analysis
• Exceptional analytical skills are required gained from several years' experience of relevant laboratory work
• Should have a sound understanding of the standard procedures used in an analytical laboratory, and have developed a range of specialist skills, including the use of HPLC, GC, spectrophotometers and other laboratory equipment
• Knowledge of the development and validation of analytical methods and equipment (eg HPLC, GC, dissolution) to current ICH guidelines.
• Experience of working in a GMP (or equivalent ISO 17025 or GLP) laboratory environment and participation in associated audits
• Good technical and administrative skills to produce good quality technical documents / reports and retain accurate records
• Good communication skills are essential as many daily contacts are made at all levels of staffing, both internally and externally
• Should be familiar with any new developments in analytical chemistry
• Highly developed interpersonal skills are requisite
• Must be able to work well within a small team and be willing to help out with additional tasks when necessary to ensure the smooth running of the laboratory / company
• Experience working to ISO 10993-18, ISO 18562 and USP USP 788 is desirable

Salary and Reward Package: £70,000 - £90,000 plus package.

• Salary dependant on qualifications and experience
• 24 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Extra days holiday for continuous service, day off on your birthday & option to buy additional holiday
• Private medical insurance
• Mobile phone
• Auto enrolment pension scheme
• Life assurance
• Medical cash back scheme (after probation)
• Bike to work scheme

Really exciting opportunity for the right candidate , please click the apply button or call me to discuss.

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