Job summary
We have an exciting opportunity for you to join a small Stability team based in a Quality Control Laboratory You will be apart of a team who put together and perform stability trials of pharmaceutical products manufactured here at Torbay Pharmaceuticals.
We are looking for an analyst to join our established team to perform high quality analytical testing to cGMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) standards to assure the Quality, Safety and Efficacy of our products across their shelf life. The role will contribute to ongoing annual testing of Licensed TP Products, in addition to playing a vital part in providing Stability data for the regulatory submission of new products across the globe.
To be successful in this role you will need to have previously worked in science based or laboratory role. You will need to be a good team player, hardworking and reliable, show close attention to detail. You will need the ability to work to a deadline and ensure that all tasks performed meet the required standards in compliance with regulations, and that all data is generated to cGMP and the Pharmaceutical Quality System
Our team of Stability Analysts based within the QC Chemistry Lab, work closely together to complete projects within tight deadlines. Work often involves testing of new products and supporting/working alongside other teams.
Main duties of the job
- Performing analysis of Stability samples to meet the required standards in compliance with regulations
- Producing data to assist in the licensing of products for Torbay Pharmaceuticals and maintaining compliance
- Ensure that the stability programme is followed and that all data is generated to cGMP and the Pharmaceutical Quality System
About us
Torbay Pharmaceuticals - Built by the NHS, Supplying the World
At Torbay Pharmaceuticals you'll work for a truly unique organisation and alongside the most committed people in the business. We have ambitious plans to grow our business over the next few years and we know that we can't do that without everyone playing their part. That's why we believe in theOne TPway of working.
Shared responsibility for getting a job done is core to our values and is underpinned by aWe can if...attitude. If one team needs help to meet a goal, then the rest of us pitch in to help. It's just what we do and we only want to work with others who would do that too.
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Inform senior staff if they believe products tested show results that may be of concern when being directly used on patients, these products would have already been released and being used in acute trusts.
- Observance of all relevant safety regulations, e.g. Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH etc.
- The laboratory uses extremely hazardous chemicals and solvents, and tests very toxic and potent drugs which require handling with extreme care. A very high skill level is required for this testing to protect the operator and environment.
- Provides technical information for results of stability studies and tests performed on critical medicinal samples so that decisions can be made on the safety and use of medicines on patients.
- Performing analysis on stability samples as part of Torbay Pharmaceuticals on-going stability programme.
Full details can be found on the attached Job Description. In your application please refer to the person specification/role requirements in your supporting information
Job description
Job responsibilities
- Inform senior staff if they believe products tested show results that may be of concern when being directly used on patients, these products would have already been released and being used in acute trusts.
- Observance of all relevant safety regulations, e.g. Health & Safety at Work Act, COSHH etc.
- The laboratory uses extremely hazardous chemicals and solvents, and tests very toxic and potent drugs which require handling with extreme care. A very high skill level is required for this testing to protect the operator and environment.
- Provides technical information for results of stability studies and tests performed on critical medicinal samples so that decisions can be made on the safety and use of medicines on patients.
- Performing analysis on stability samples as part of Torbay Pharmaceuticals on-going stability programme.
Full details can be found on the attached Job Description. In your application please refer to the person specification/role requirements in your supporting information
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Levels in Chemistry or NVQ Level 3 in science based discipline (or equivalent related experience)
Desirable
- Lean six sigma qualification
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a wet chemical laboratory, this can be achieved during education
- Ability to problem solve in pharmaceutical analysis
- Ability to use several different specialised computer software systems that control laboratory equipment plus traditional packages such as Word/Excel
- General knowledge of laboratory work.
- Knowledge of Laboratory Health and safety and COSHH risk assessments
Desirable
- Lean six sigma experience
- Experience of working to a cGMP/GLP and pharmaceutical Quality System
Person Specification
Qualifications
Essential
- A Levels in Chemistry or NVQ Level 3 in science based discipline (or equivalent related experience)
Desirable
- Lean six sigma qualification
Experience, Knowledge & Skills
Essential
- Experience of working in a wet chemical laboratory, this can be achieved during education
- Ability to problem solve in pharmaceutical analysis
- Ability to use several different specialised computer software systems that control laboratory equipment plus traditional packages such as Word/Excel
- General knowledge of laboratory work.
- Knowledge of Laboratory Health and safety and COSHH risk assessments
Desirable
- Lean six sigma experience
- Experience of working to a cGMP/GLP and pharmaceutical Quality System
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
