Role Overview
We are currently looking for an Industrial Scientist to join a leading biotechnology company based in the Fife area.
As the Industrial Scientist, you will be responsible for supporting the Research and Development team in undertaking projects as per client specifications, including meeting with clients, developing and optimising biopolymer manufacture and performance of biopolymer-based products.
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Your duties as the Industrial Scientist will be varied however the key duties and responsibilities are as follows:
1. Contribute to the development of a Quality Management System aligned with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and regulatory standards such as writing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Risk Assessments (RAs) and safety data sheets (SDS).
2. Prepare technical reports and deliver presentations to communicate test results and new developments to company managers and customers.
3. Provide technical consultation to customers on the biopolymer-based products, providing solutions to technical requirements.
4. Maintain accurate records of sample analyses and equipment calibrations in compliance with good laboratory and quality standards.
Role Requirements
To be successful in your application to this exciting role as the Industrial Scientist we are looking to identify the following on your profile and past history:
1. Relevant degree in chemical engineering, chemistry, material science or related subjects.
2. Proven industry experience with biopolymer-based materials, ideally knowledge or experience working with chitin/chitosan.
3. A working knowledge and practical experience with analytical equipment such as rotational viscometer, FTIR, Thermogravimetric analyser (TGA) and UV-vis spectrophotometer (Nanodrop).
Key Words:
Industrial Scientist / Biotechnology / Biopolymers / Chemical Process Optimisation / Analytical Equipment / Quality Management System / GLP / GMP / Research and Development / Materials Chemistry
Hyper Recruitment Solutions Ltd (HRS) is an Equal Opportunities employer. We welcome applications from anyone who meets the role requirements. HRS exclusively supports the Life Science sectors, combining recruitment expertise with scientific knowledge to help you advance your career.....Read more...
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