Senior Research & Development Scientist

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OXF - Oxford
time type
Full time
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Posted 11 Days Ago
job requisition id
JR00009755
Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin, to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Group revenues in 2022 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit
Job SummaryThis is a fantastic opportunity for a self-motivated proactive individual to join the CTEC Oxford team in primarily a lab-based
Development Analyst/Senior R&D Scientist
role carrying out research and development and implementation of in-house analytical methods; you will have significant experience with a number of lab systems including hplc, UV-Vis, fluorimetry and FTIR. In addition, your ancillary function will be as the CTEC Oxford Quality Lead, which will include drafting, reviewing and training-out QA/regulatory documentations and processes within CTEC Oxford; this will involve liaising closely with the QA Department. Your lab-based role will focus on the various in-house chemistries, including, but not limited to acidified nitrite and nitric-oxide centric analysis. You will be part of a close-knit team, have excellent numerical, data and communications skills, be enthusiastic and have a positive work ethic.This role is based in our new offices/laboratory based in Milton Park, Abingdon.Key Duties and ResponsibilitiesResponsible for Method Development and trouble-shooting lab systems including, hplc, UV-Vis, fluorimetry and FT-IR; you will be the SME for hplc.You will draft and review Study Plans, Working Instructions, Working Documents, Technical Reports and SOPs.You will use your eQMS experience and working in a GxP regulatory environment to be the QA advocate for CTEC Oxford.Carry out data interpretation, data processing and generating graphical outputs. About YouMSc or PhD in Chemistry or Applied Chemistry.A minimum of 3-5 years knowledge and successful hands-on experience in developing disparate analytical methodologies.Must possess independent problem-solving and trouble shooting skills.The ability to prioritise tasks and work under pressure and with minimum supervision.Excellent organisational and time-management skills.Help to ensure smooth day-to-day running of the labExcellent
communication/interpersonal
skills.Ability to multitask projects and collaborate effectively with other team members.Strong attention to detail.Proven ability for original thinking.Strong IT skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel).Desired - But Not EssentialFamiliarity/working knowledge of SIFT-Mass Spectrometry.Working ConditionThis is a lab-based role where you will work in a laboratory environment with exposure to chemicals, reagents and solvents, electronic equipment, some manual handling.Our transformation will change your career. For good. You'll be pushed to think bigger and aim for excellence. Your ideas will be heard, and you'll be supported to bring them to life. There'll be challenges. But stretch yourself and embrace the opportunities, and you could make your biggest impact yet.#LI-LT2Beware of scams online or from individuals claiming to represent ConvatecA formal recruitment process is required for all our opportunities prior to any offer of employment. This will include an interview confirmed by an official Convatec email address.If you receive a suspicious approach over social media, text message, email or phone call about recruitment at Convatec, do not disclose any personal information or pay any fees whatsoever. If you’re unsure, please contact us at ##### .Equal opportunitiesConvatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.Notice to Agency and Search Firm RepresentativesConvatec is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Convatec employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written and signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Convatec. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you. Already a Convatec employee?
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About UsConvatec is changing. We’re transforming our business, fueled by a fierce determination to improve the lives of millions more customers around the world.Our shared focus, and the sheer drive of our people, are giving us real momentum. They’re also making us a uniquely invigorating place to work. Join us and, whatever your role, you’ll be pushed and challenged every day. You’ll be supported too, empowered to spark and drive change where it matters most.We have a uniquely dynamic, sometimes demanding environment. But if you’re motivated, and as focused on delivering for patients as we are, it’ll bring the very best out in you. You’ll never stand still. And you might just make the biggest impact of your entire career.
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