Job Opportunity - Senior Researcher and Analytical Chemist
Salary: Competitive / Based On Experience
Department: Verbena Laboratory Quality Team
Reporting To: Senior QC Analyst
Reference: VER_2215
Arbutus Innovation Centre is advertising this position on behalf of Verbena Limited in Athlone, a speciality laboratory, servicing the pharmaceutical industry. This is an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment with a small, collaborative and dynamic team of innovators and experienced leaders.
JOB PURPOSE
Verbena Limited is looking to hire a Senior Research and Analytical Chemist to take a leading role in the analysis and characterisation of novel active ingredients and finished product. The role will require you to supervise a small team of QC analysts. You will prioritise, sample, test and release client test requirements, intermediates and finished products. You will ensure that strict timelines are met, in-line with supporting the business needs and requirements. You will support new formulations /finished products stability programmes.
ABOUT THE ROLE
We are looking for a Senior Analytical Chemist with Industrial Organic Chemistry experience willing to join a pro‑active team. We want you to work in our dynamic, ambitious and fast‑paced laboratory and to be challenged in ways that bring the very best out of you. In our supportive environment, you will be an indispensable member of the technical team and integral to your role is working with our partners including world‑leading biopharmaceutical companies and academic institutions. Our lab capabilities are diverse and innovative.
Ideally, you will have a BSc or MSc in Organic Chemistry or Medicinal Chemistry or a related science discipline with strong laboratory skills and at least 2 years experience in an industrial environment, or PhD in a relevant discipline. Relevant skills required include an in‑depth understanding of organic chemistry and reactions mechanisms. You will need to show capability in designing experiments, a proven track record of practical research experience with multi‑step synthetic chemistry including, purification using automated systems (flash chromatography and preparative HPLC), and analytical characterisation techniques such as column chromatography, LC‑MS and GC‑MS. As a confident IT user, you will be familiar with MS Office, and specialist software including LIMS systems such as Empower.
You will be able to work both independently and as part of a team, have good leadership, planning and organisational skills. In addition, you will have a high level of attention to detail and be able to identify and analyse and resolve routine problems. You will demonstrate an ability to communicate clearly both orally and in writing, keeping team and management informed.
Responsibilities Include
Primary Responsibilities
Use analytical techniques and instrumentation mainly LC/GC based using Empower 3 software.
Develop techniques for the analysis of active substances and chemicals.
To draft and contribute to Quality and Controlled documents.
Support maintenance of controlled drug procedures.
Liaise with controlled drug responsible officer and security providers to ensure quality and safety systems are adhered to
To independently design and carry out routine and complex experiments as necessary.
Analyse samples from various phases of client manufacturing processes.
Interpret data and meet strict guidelines on documentation when recording data.
Report and extrapolate analytical results and data.
Work collaboratively in cross‑functional teams.
Liaise with production personnel to ensure compliance and efficiencies are met.
Be aware of, and keep up to date with, health and safety issues.
Support batch release processes.
Support QA lead in the preparation for and during audit inspections.
Support new product introductions.
Grant writing and applications
Secondary Responsibilities
Validate methods and equipment.
Support other activities within the Quality department as assigned by the in‑line Senior Manager.
Support the generation and approval of Quality Reviews and Annual Product Quality Reviews
Identify continuous improvement and collaboration opportunities, promoting development and implementation of quality data and reports for improvement and optimisation of business processes / results.
Light regulatory and compliance tasks
Support existing and develop new relationships with Third Level Institutions and government agencies related to service offerings
Support Internship programs
What We Offer
Strong Opportunity for growth
Opportunity to learn and grow across departments
Flexible working options
Additional Information
To be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.
Please note there is no relocation support available for this position.
Equal Opportunity Employers
We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Arbutus Innovation Centre and its client companies are committed to celebrating this, in all its forms. We strive to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.
Competitive Salary & Benefits:
Interested candidates should submit an updated CV and cover letter to:
Daneswell Business Park
Monksland, Athlone
Co. Roscommon
Republic of Ireland
Contact Us
If you have any questions related to this job opportunity or would like further information please contact us via careers@arbutus.ie or through filling out the form.
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