R&D Analyst

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H&T Presspart is part of the Heitkamp and Thumann Group a leading global partner for the development and supply of world-class precision-formed components in both metal and plastic. Founded in 1978, the family owned group brings together 15 medium sized companies located in 9 different countries and employing 1800 people. H&T Presspart is a market leading manufacturer of drug delivery devices and components with more than 50 years experience and enjoys a worldwide reputation for competence, quality and innovation in the pharmaceutical market. Visit to learn more about the people and products behind this success story. We offer 40 hrs per Week - Monday to Friday, 34 days holiday including Bank Holidays; profit related bonus scheme; BUPA Health Care; Company Pension Scheme and Life Assurance; the opportunity to participate in the success of a leading global manufacturer of precision components; Career Development and Progression opportunities in a German multinational group of companies This position is managed by Presspart Manufacturing Ltd. Whitebirk Industrial Estate Blackburn, Lancashire BB1 5RF

R&D Analyst

This role is primarily responsible for performing routine and non-routine analytical work to defined procedures.

Your key responsibilities:

• Preparation and Testing of analytical samples in accordance with the appropriate procedures and analytical methods.
• Ensuring that all work is performed to an issued Protocol adhering to current IPTC procedures and completing the work in a timely manner.
• Routine analysis of sample solutions by HPLC.
• Training others in the techniques, standard procedures and methods used in inhaler testing.
• Working to approved Analytical Test Methods (ATMs) where applicable.
• Assisting in the development and validation of analytical methods where required.
• Writing and checking of IPTC Study Protocols and IPTC Standard Work Instructions, within area of expertise.
• Processing and compilation of inhaler and component test data.
• Checking of raw, processed or compiled inhaler and component test data.
• Writing and checking of IPTC Study Reports.
• Maintaining accurate records and submitting records to other analysts for technical review.
• Writing and updating Analytical Test Methods (ATMs) as appropriate.
• Participating in 5S Audits and other operational improvement exercises as appropriate and completing the actions associated with the audits.
• Ensuring that analytical equipment in the IPTC laboratory is maintained correctly and show a good level of knowledge of equipment handling and upkeep.
• Completion of timesheets in a timely manner, to record the relative utilisation of resources across multiple projects.
• Present scientific and technical learnings internally and contribute to external publications as required.
• Performing COSHH assessments as appropriate.

Education & Training:

• Educated to at least Bachelor’s Degree level in a relevant scientific discipline e.g. Chemistry, Pharmaceutical or Life Sciences.
• A good working knowledge of laboratory testing. Preferably knowledge of inhailer technology and inhaler testing techniques.
• A good working knowledge of word processing and data analysis software, including Microsoft Excel and Word, and statistical packages such as JMP, Minitab or equivalent.
• At least 2-3 years’ experience of working in a pharmaceutical or similar laboratory setting is desirable.
• A good working knowledge of HPLC, including software, e.g. Chromeleon, Empower or equivalent.

Key Capabilities & Skills:

• Ability to adapt quickly to changing project needs, assignments, and environments.
• Ability to manage their own time and workload.
• Good communication skills.
• Good interpersonal skills.
• Managing own workload and prioritising activities using the available resources to ensure activities are completed on schedule and to an appropriate standard.
• Experience of workplace organisation systems, e.g. 5S.

What we offer:

• 40 hrs per Week - Monday to Friday
• 34 days holiday including Bank Holidays
• Company Pension Scheme
• Profit related bonus scheme
• BUPA Health Care

This role is not currently open to agency support.