Senior Scientist, AMS

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Job Introduction

Senior Scientist- Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS)

UK - Hoddesdon

We are looking for:

To continue our growth as a premier Contract Research Organisation, Pharmaron is opening a new Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) Laboratory at our Hoddesdon site. We are looking for a Senior Scientist to join this new team. In this role, you will be responsible for managing clinical AMS enabled studies, including mass balance, metabolite profiling and identification and IVPK (absolute bioavailability).

At Pharmaron we offer:

• Vibrant and dynamic employment - we are a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy - our future is strong and exciting!
• Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself - our rapid growth brings greater opportunities for you to learn and grow faster!
• A great team where we all support each other - enjoy your work - after all you spend about a third of your time here!

Key roles and responsibilities:

• To act as analytical project manager on mass balance, metabolite profiling and identification and IVPK (absolute bioavailability) studies
• Prepare analytical work plans and study reports and SOPs as required
• To understand (through hand-on laboratory training), the analytical techniques and procedures involved in AMS-enabled clinical studies
• Take full responsibility for the conduct of experimental work required to successfully fulfil all the requirements of a study to the timelines stated in the Study Plan.
• To review study data and prepare summaries and study updates for internal and external reporting
• Contribute to the review and QC checking of all relevant study data packages and reports prior to submission to Quality Assurance as required.
• To collaborate with other AMS teams and Pharmaron stakeholders
• Work closely with clinical site and client to ensure requirements in terms of timelines are understood and can be met.
• Plan work to ensure revenue recognition milestones on assigned studies are met and flagging up any issues early.
• Actively contribute to client visits and teleconferences as appropriate.
• Address findings arising from QA audits and process inspections.
• To collaborate with global AMS and metabolism team members and contribute towards continuous improvement and efficiency optimization
• Contribute to the building of a high performing, passionate team responsive to client needs through managing group objectives and coaching and mentoring junior team members.

Requirements:

• PhD, MSc or BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics or related subject
• Experience of managing analytical studies within a GxP setting
• Experience of working in drug discovery and/or development projects with appreciation of related disciplines
• Managing external collaborations
• Experience of managing analytical studies / projects in support of Phase I trials (e.g. hADME / SAD / MAD) is desirable
• Experience of coordinating / prioritizing multiple projects to meet internal and external timelines
• Effective written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to effectively present scientific findings to colleagues and clients
• Effective problem solving and analysis skills
• Flexible mindset with the ability to take the initiative.

Our Company: "We are a dynamic, fast-growing company, with an enviable reputation for leading edge science, offering contract research services to some of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, solving what were believed to be unsolvable scientific challenges".

We believe in our ability to relentlessly push forward the boundaries of scientific excellence, delivering solutions for our clients, always operating ethically and with integrity. We take pride in our professionalism and commitment to always deliver our very best work.

Our Hoddesdon campus in Hertfordshire is a hub of innovation and excellence. It has over 5,000m2 of premier R&D space, including state-of-the-art GMP facilities for API, formulation and process chemistry.

• We offer a competitive salary and a progressive and comprehensive suite of employee benefits.
• We offer state of the art working environment in our specialist Rushen site.
• We offer the opportunity for growth and development and will support funding for relevant training and development programmes.

Why Should You Apply?

• This is an opportunity for you as a Study Manager to make a real impact in a highly scientific and regulated environment, demonstrate leadership, ambition and the desire to grow with the department.
• Continue to build and shape your career in an environment that sets and commits to the highest standards of Chemistry.
• To be part of a team who support each other, embrace and solve technical challenges and put excellence at the heart of all that we do.

Pharmaron is a premier R&D service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities having established diverse drug R&D service capabilities, ranging from synthetic, medicinal, and analytical chemistry, biology, DMPK, pharmacology, drug safety assessment, radiochemistry and isotopically labelled metabolism, chemical & pharmaceutical development to clinical development. With operations in China, US and UK staffed by over 19,000 employees, Pharmaron has an excellent track record in the delivery of R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.