Pharmaceutical Production Chemist

Network Scientific Recruitment; Guildford; On-site; GBP 33,000 - 40,000

Job description

Division Manager - Temps & Technical at Network Scientific Recruitment

Are you looking for a varied role in Pharmaceutical Production? Do you have a degree in Chemical Engineering or a similar discipline? Do you have some prior experience in a production environment?

A manufacturer of specialist radiopharmaceuticals is currently seeking a Production Chemist to join the team at their site in Surrey. The role will involve the synthesis, dispensing, and distribution of radiopharmaceutical products. This is an ideal opportunity if you are a graduate (MSc/BSc, or equivalent) of a relevant scientific discipline such as Chemical Engineering, with some prior working experience in a relevant production environment.

Role Overview

• 18 month Fixed Term Contract.
• Synthesis of radiopharmaceutical products (cyclotron operation).
• Dispensing of radiopharmaceutical products into vials.
• Involvement in the packaging and shipment of products to patients.
• Due to the short shelf life of the products being manufactured, you will be required to work unsociable shift patterns including nights and weekends.

Requirements

• Educated to Degree level or equivalent in a relevant discipline, ideally Chemical Engineering.
• Some relevant working experience in a production environment.
• Must be able to work shifts including days/nights/weekends.
• Prior experience of working a similar shift rotation including nights is highly beneficial.

In return

This is a fantastic opportunity for you to gain experience and full training in Radiopharmaceutical manufacturing to further your scientific career. You will receive a competitive starting salary from £33,400pa, with great opportunities for progression.

For more information, please contact Louis Williams.

Please note that all applicants for this role should be able to prove that they are legally entitled to work in the UK. Network Scientific Recruitment, part of Network Scientific Ltd., is an Employment Business/Agency.

Seniority level

• Not Applicable

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Science, Production, and Engineering

Industries

• Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Chemical Manufacturing, and Research Services