QC Analyst

Tocris Cookson Limited (United Kingdom); Bristol; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000

Job description

By joining Bio-Techne, you’ll join a company with a powerful and positive purpose of enabling cutting-edge research in Life Sciences and Clinical Diagnostics. Bio-Techne, and all of its brands, provides tools for researchers to further treat and prevent disease worldwide.

Bio-Techne is a world-leading developer and manufacturer of high-quality biological reagents and is seeking a QC Analyst to join their growing team in their QC department in Bristol. The successful candidate will join a vibrant and dynamic team of analysts working on QC analysis for Tocris (a Bio-Techne Brand), testing the products of complex syntheses of biologically active library compounds and novel custom synthesis work for both internal research initiatives and external clients.

Requirements:

1. Degree level in chemistry or related science
2. Minimum 1 years+ QC experience (experience in a GMP environment would be advantageous), experience 3 years+ is desirable.
3. Detailed knowledge of analytical chemistry
4. High level of personal and independent productivity
5. Possess excellent verbal and written communication skills
6. Decision making and problem-solving skills
7. Practical ability and analytical data interpretation skills
8. Collaborative and team work skills
9. Ability to work independently and using initiative
10. IT skills and competency with Microsoft software packages
11. Safe and responsible working manner in laboratory areas
12. Work in a safe and responsible manner, abiding by the COSHH regulations and maintaining a high level of tidiness.
13. To be familiar with all required QC and analytical techniques through on the job training and external courses where appropriate.
14. To carry out QC tests and perform second person checking of other work subject to experience and training. Techniques to include: HPLC, GC, SFC, MS, NMR, FT-IR, UV/Vis, Fluorescence, Melting point, Karl Fischer, Optical Rotation and Solubility.
15. Perform method development and validation when required.
16. Write and amend standard operating procedures, test methods, specifications and other documents as required.
17. Carry out calibration of QC laboratory equipment as required.
18. Prepare and maintain stocks of reagents, solvents, chemicals and consumables as required.
19. Work to maximise productivity and meet targets and deadlines with minimal personal errors.
20. Maintain a high standard of laboratory work with regard to both practical output and documentation including GMP standard work.
21. Adhere to all documented procedures relating to the work carried out.

Personal Qualities and Attributes:

1. Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
2. Excellent ‘can do’ attitude, including a willingness to contribute to tasks that benefit the wider team
3. Ability to perform a wide variety of tasks and multi-task efficiently
4. Ability to work to deadlines
5. Ability to build strong relationships cross functionally

Bio-Techne, an Employer of Choice:

1. Competitive base salary and annual performance-based salary reviews.
2. A comprehensive benefits package including a generous Bupa health and dental cover, Life Assurance, Long-term Absence Cover, My Work/Life Solutions and Cycle to Work Scheme.
3. Participation in a highly favourable pension scheme with up to 9 % employer contribution (depending on employee contribution eg. 6 % employee, 9 % employer).
4. Occupational support such as the Employee Assistant Programme
5. Training support as required, in addition to a bi-yearly offering of a variety of facilitator-lead courses through the Bio-Techne Learning and Development Initiative and regular on-site Lunch & Learn talks from industry and academic leaders in the field
6. Possibility of attending relevant conferences
7. 25 days annual leave (+ bank holidays)
8. Flexible working arrangements (on a case by case basis)
9. In-work perks such as free car parking, coffee and tea and fruit bowl
10. Regular social events such as complementary lunchtime on-site sports classes, “pub”-quizzes, pizza lunches, escape rooms, go-karting and many more.

We are looking forward to reading your application.

In order to qualify for this position, you will need to be authorised to live and work in the UK.

At Bio-Techne we appreciate and value diversity. We are seeking to attract, develop and retain talented people that will contribute to the overall success of our business. We have a supportive and flexible working environment, with commitment from all levels of the organisation in promoting equality.

Why Join Bio-Techne:

1. We offer competitive wages along with extensive benefits for employees and their families.
2. We invest in our employees’ financial futures through retirement programs and an employee stock purchase plan.
3. We help our employees develop their careers through mentorship, promotional opportunities, training and development, internship programs, and more.
4. We offer an international and diverse working environment, enriched by employee resource groups; volunteer and charity events; and employee events that build a culture of caring and belonging.
5. We foster a culture of empowerment and innovation, where employees feel valued and encouraged to bring their new ideas to the table.

Bio-Techne is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

To protect the interests of all, Bio-Techne will not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than a candidate application. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Bio-Techne will be considered Bio-Techne property.