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Quality Control Scientist I/II
Upperton Pharma Solutions is a Nottingham-based CDMO that specialises in the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical products, providing a complete service from early-stage feasibility to GMP clinical manufacture. Formulations cover a range of delivery routes, typically including oral (tablets & capsules), nasal and inhaled.
Continued growth and investment into the business has led to the creation of exciting new job opportunities; in our new GMP Manufacturing headquarters in Beeston, Nottingham. Upperton Pharma Solutions is undergoing a period of significant expansion to meet international customer demand and offer a comprehensive drug development portfolio, so now is a great time to join our team.
Reporting to the QC Manager the QC Scientist will be directly involved in all aspects of the processes used in the development of new and existing drug products (with dosage forms including but not limited to, tablets, capsules, liquids, inhalers and nasal devices).
Main duties and responsibilities:
Undertake practical and written project work as directed, using the companys processes safely to meet batch production requirements.
Operate various equipment involved in the manufacturing and testing of materials and products, at laboratory and pilot scale.
Work independently in the QC Laboratory under GMP regulations to test and characterise raw materials and drug products.
Complete accurate process documentation to support laboratory work, manufacturing and quality control including lab books, worksheets, batch records and project reports.
Prepare technical documentation such as standard operating procedures, laboratory investigations and risk assessments.
Manage the maintenance and operation of equipment and undertake general lab maintenance.
Work within the Upperton Quality System.
Essential Skills and experience:
Be educated to degree level or equivalent experience in a related scientific/technical discipline.
Experience in industry within a GxP laboratory environment, with practical experience of pharmaceutical analysis using HPLC and/or UPLC methods.
Experience working to, and a strong understanding of GMP, GLP, and ICH guidelines.
Have excellent communication skills (written and verbal), and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office applications.
Ability to operate in a flexible manner and handling a diverse workload.
Impeccable attention to detail, and excellent organisation, time management and a good documentation practice.
Understanding of safe working practices within a laboratory setting.
What you will get in return
We offer employees not only a competitive salary but also an excellent suite of benefits including:
25 days holiday and your birthday off!
Company contributory pension package
Life insurance
Private Medical Insurance through Vitality
Internal and external training courses and professional development support
Free onsite car parking
We know it is the little things that make every day special, so we also organise employee events for you to attend throughout the year, like our annual Christmas party, summer party and charity fund raising events.
