Higher Scientist

4 weeks ago

London, United Kingdom UK Civil Service Full time

Job summary

We are currently looking for a�Higher Scientist � Cell Based Assays�to join our�Control Testing�team within the�Science, Research & Innovation�group.

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This is a�full-time�opportunity, on a�permanent�basis. The role will be lab based in South Mimms, Hertfordshire. Please be aware that this role can only be worked in the UK and not overseas.��

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Who are we?�

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The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.��

The Science, Research and Innovation Group delivers public health impact, world-leading research innovation, and a unique proposition via an ambitious Science Strategy which will balance innovation against sustainability and affordability. It is divided into 6 sub-Groups, Innovation Accelerator, Clinical Investigations and Trials, Research and Development, Standards Lifecycle, Control Testing and Quality Assurance and Health & Safety.

The Control Testing team delivers the statutory function of independent control testing of biological medicines, including blood products and vaccines, helping to ensure patients have access to new and existing products.

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What�s the role?

This is an exciting opportunity to�apply technical expertise�and develop knowledge of regulatory science to ensure that patients have access to safe and effective vaccines and blood products.�

The role will provide scientific support in a team of analytical scientists focused on cell-based assays used for the characterisation of biological medicines as part of the Agency�s independent batch release function.��The post holder will evaluate a wide range of vaccines and blood products. They will work under the ISO17025 quality standard to perform a range of assays, including but not limited to,�colorimetric, microscopy, foci-forming assays, Fluorescence Activated Cell Sorting (FACS), plaque forming and plaque reduction neutralisation assays.��

Job description

Key responsibilities:�

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Perform analytical assays in compliance with ISO17025, including assay development, validation, and troubleshooting.

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Coordinate with the scientists within the Control Testing teams to ensure the timetable of analysis and documentation of samples supplied for laboratory testing and data entry into a Laboratory Information Management System (LIMS) is achieved.

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Advise and supervise training of team members in specific assays and administration of control testing.

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Engage with stakeholders, as required by the Team Lead, including colleagues across the Agency and other National Control Laboratories, to ensure quality of service and identify improvement and changes in working practices.

Person specification

Our�successful candidate�will have:�

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-����������A degree in a relevant field, or equivalent experience together with experience in the cell-based analysis of biological samples, including vaccines.

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-����������Experience of one or more of the laboratory methods listed in the job description.

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-����������Experience of using a Laboratory Information Management System, with an understanding of statistical packages to analyse and present data

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-����������The ability to communicate in a straightforward, honest and engaging manner, choosing appropriate styles to maximise understanding and impact by sharing information as appropriate.

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-����������Expertise in the growth and manipulation of primary and continuous cells

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If you would like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, please read our�

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Benefits

Alongside your salary of �34,841, Medicines and Healthcare Products Regulatory Agency contributes �9,407 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Annual Leave: 25 days annual leave on entry, rising by one day for each completed year of service to a maximum of 30 days and pro-rata for part-time staff. PLUS 8 bank holidays�Privilege Leave: 1 day��Hours of Work: 37 hours (net) per week for full time staff in all geographical locations, including London and pro rata for part-time staff�Occupational Sick Pay (OSP): One month full pay/one month half pay on entry, rising by one month for each completed year of service to a maximum of five months full pay/five months half pay�Mobility: Mobility clause in contracts allowing staff to be mobile across the Civil ServiceFlexible working to ensure staff maintain a healthy work-life balance�Interest free season ticket loan or bike loan�Employee Assistance Services and access to the Civil Service Benevolent Fund�Eligibility to join the Civil Service Motoring Association (CSMA)Variety of staff and Civil Service clubs�On-going learning and development�

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