- Location
- Kent-R&D, United Kingdom
- Type
- Full-time
- Department
- Education
- Seniority
- Senior
- Education
- Bachelor
- Source
- Workday
Description
Viatris is a global healthcare company uniquely positioned to bridge the traditional divide between generics and brands, combining the best of both to more holistically address healthcare needs globally. With a mission to empower people worldwide to live healthier at every stage of life, we provide access at scale, currently supplying high-quality medicines to approximately 1 billion patients around the world annually and touching all of life's moments, from birth to the end of life, acute conditions to chronic diseases.
We have been included on number of award lists that demonstrate the impact we are making.
Every day, we rise to the challenge to make a difference and here’s how the role will make an impact:
Laboratory based analytical scientist to carry out analytical testing in support of product development, clinical studies and product registration
Key responsibilities for this role include:
Carry out analytical activities required to support new respiratory products through clinical studies and commercialisation.
Lead the planning and execution of experiments to develop scientific understanding of analytical methods, formulations, and processes.
Perform analytical testing related to clinical supplies, stability studies, and process scale-up.
Process and review data, interpret results, and report experimental outcomes to the project development team.
Lead troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation and investigations into aberrant or unexpected sample results.
Maintain laboratory documentation in accordance with cGMP documentation practices.
Support project delivery through laboratory housekeeping, ordering supplies, shipping samples, and other required activities.
Work with senior analysts to support analytical laboratory operations and identify opportunities to improve working practices and procedures.
Oversee the day-to-day work of less experienced analytical laboratory staff.
Ensure compliance with applicable EHS, GMP, GCP, Quality, and Compliance policies and procedures.
Perform other duties consistent with the responsibilities and grade of the role.
The minimum qualifications for this role are:
Minimum Bachelor of Science degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Forensics, or a related discipline, or equivalent substantial practical experience.
Good understanding of laboratory safety and best practices.
Strong understanding of the basic principles of physical, organic, and analytical chemistry, with advanced knowledge in areas relevant to previous experience.
Highly familiar with analytical chemistry calculations and the application of statistics.
Strong understanding and substantial practical experience with modern laboratory techniques, including HPLC.
Able to work with others to plan and coordinate the day-to-day activities of a small team.
Able to work autonomously, manage multiple tasks, and consistently deliver high-quality results within required timelines.
Able to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team environment.
Able to lead troubleshooting activities and investigations.
Good IT skills, including Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Enthusiastic about working in a laboratory-based role.
At Viatris, we are dedicated to building a truly diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t fully align with every requirement, we still encourage you to apply. You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles.
Benefits at Viatris
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others. Some of our benefits include the following on top of a competitive salary:
Emphasis on Health & Wellness programmes
100% paid medical insurance and Employee Assistance Programme
Life cover
Excellent employer-matched pension scheme with Viatris contributing up to 11%
2 paid volunteer days per year
Diversity & Inclusion at Viatris
At Viatris, diversity and inclusion are essential to our mission. The diversity we foster in all aspects of our business can be one of our greatest strengths in redefining healthcare not as it is, but as it should be. If you would like to know more about what diversity, equity and inclusion means to us, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/Careers/Diversity-and-Inclusion
Sustainability at Viatris
Corporate social responsibility is fundamental to the Viatris mission. We work to advance responsible and sustainable operations and leverage our collective expertise to empower people to live healthier at every stage of life, recognizing that our actions affect the stakeholders and communities we serve. To learn more about our efforts, please visit https://www.viatris.com/en/about-us/corporate-responsibility
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
At Viatris, we offer competitive salaries, benefits and an inclusive environment where you can use your experiences, perspectives and skills to help make an impact on the lives of others.
Viatris is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
