Senior Analytical Scientist

Job title:

Senior Analytical Scientist

Company

CooperVision

Job description

Job Description:Job title: Senior Analytical Scientist
Location: Hamble, UK
Department: Global Technical Innovation Group – Materials Team
Working hours: Monday – Friday, 37.5 hours per weekA brighter future awaits youCooperVision is one of the world’s leading manufacturers of soft contact lenses with a presence in over 100 countries. Being part of CooperVision means helping improve the way people see each day. It’s more than making contact lenses, it’s about giving lens wearers freedom and confidence to move about their daily lives. We’re all about bright futures – for our people and those who wear our contact lenses.At CooperVision, we’re big on belonging. Everyone’s contribution counts, and that’s why inclusion and diversity are so important. It isn’t just the right thing to do; it’s what makes our company the best it can be. We are committed to creating an inclusive and engaging workplace. Our Employee Resource Groups offer employees to grow within a safe and inclusive space. So be yourself, whoever you are, and let’s achieve amazing things together.Job summary – What to expect:The Material Science Team within Global Technical Innovation Group (GTIG) consist of Chemists and Analytical Scientists mastering the Science of our Materials and their associated interactions and providing Expert Services to sustain and improve performance as well as supporting the growth of the business by qualifying new material sources and supporting suppliers with scale up projects.As a Senior Analytical Scientist, you will manage and provide technical expertise for analytical projects within the Material Science team and provide analytical expertise for manufacturing projects. This will include development and validation of analytical test methods, performing testing, generating formal reports, and providing SME knowledge and training to other laboratory personnel.You will be responsible for planning project work within the Material Science laboratory and communicating the progress with management and CooperVision sites.The role will involve development and validation of GC and GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS test methods for the analysis of organic and silicone containing materials (predominantly monomers and macromers) as well as performing analytical testing to support the Material Science group and GTIG or manufacturing projects. Thorough knowledge and experience in LC (Liquid chromatography) and GC (gas chromatography) is required with additionally GC-MS and LC-MS experience being essential for the role.About you:Essential Functions & Accountabilities:

• Ensure compliance to ISO17025 and with the planning of equipment availability and management of workload within the analytical laboratory.
• Analytical report writing to ensure that projects are delivered and reported in compliance to agreed technical and quality standards.
• Be an SME or leader in program and project activities assigned to Material Science Group. The role will involve both effective cross site communication and working within cross functional teams including interaction with other sites, to ensure that methods are standardised (where necessary) across the company.
• Work independently or as part of the team managing priorities. A flexible attitude is also key with the job holder being willing to get involved in other research and development (for example leading process development trials) as required by the needs of the business.
• Train other team members of the Material Science team and provide guidance and leadership when required.
• Develop and validate analytical methods to regulatory standards.
• Report status of work to management on a regular basis.
• Write technical reports that meet regulatory standards.
• Present work at meetings both internal and external to the department.
• Provide training to other Material Science team members and other analytical laboratories within CooperVision.
• Lead or support analytical projects within Science and Sustainability team.
• Lead process investigation and improvement work.
• Carry out trials and investigations in support of material and process development activities.
• Establish and maintain relationships with other departments outside of Science and Sustainability.
• Ensure that work complies with business quality systems. Ensure all documentation is in place and up to date.
• Lead continuous improvement in own work area.
• Ensure that Health and Safety requirements are always met and never compromised.
• Ensure that technical knowledge remains at the cutting edge of their discipline.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• MSc. and/or PhD preferred.
• Degree minimum (Chemistry or related essential) with 7-10 years + experience in lieu of advanced degree qualification
• Thorough knowledge and experience in LC (Liquid chromatography) and GC (gas chromatography)
• High level experience with GC-MS and LC-MS techniques
• Knowledge of polymer characterisation preferred.
• Analytical report writing to meet regulatory standards.
• Experience of Good Laboratory Practice or working in a UKAS accredited lab (or equivalent)
• Good technical leadership and experience mentoring more junior team members.
• Good computer skills
• Experience of method development and validation to FDA (or equivalent) standards
• Excellent team working
• Organised: Proven ability to manage workload effectively and plan accordingly
• Self-directed
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to liaise with colleagues and suppliers in multiple locations.
• Ability to meet strict deadlines and work under pressure.

Experience and Education:

• Previous experience working within an analytical laboratory (or similar environment) for approximately 3 – 5 years minimum,
• Proven working knowledge of GLP is essential with experience of working to FDA standards (or equivalent).
• Possess a high level of experience working with GC and HPLC, method development and validation prior to applying for the vacancy. Experience with LC-MS and/or GC-MS also essential.
• MSc. and/or PhD preferred.
• Degree minimum (Chemistry or related essential) with 7-10 years + experience in lieu of advanced degree qualification

What we offer:You’ll receive competitive compensation and a fantastic benefits package including; 25 days holiday, pension scheme, healthcare cover, life assurance, access to our Wellness Platform to support you in mental health and wellbeing, a discounted contact lens scheme and much more!We are committed to our employees’ personal and professional development and offer extensive training to support your career growth and help every individual to reach their full potential. To help us achieve our goals, we’ll give you everything you need to help you achieve yours.We also provide access to LinkedIn Learning to help you develop in your career and grow with CooperVision.What you can expect:As a CooperVision employee, you’ll be welcomed into a diverse and progressive global business. We appreciate how important fostering a diverse and inclusive culture is and how different perspectives add value and contribute to our success. With our CooperPride, African Descent, Woman’s Impact Network and Mind Body and Wellbeing Employee Resource Groups, we offer opportunities for employees to learn and grow within an inclusive and safe space.If you like what you see, take the first step towards your Brighter Future and apply today! All suitably qualified applicants will receive equal consideration and opportunities from CooperVision.We operate a candidate referral scheme, so if you know anyone who could be a perfect fit for this role, please email their CV to referafriend@coopervision quoting the job reference code to enjoy a £100 voucher reward if they are successful!Please view our careers page at to view all other opportunities.#INDHP#LI-JH4

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Location

Southampton

Job date

Fri, 02 Aug 2024 06:10:38 GMT

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