Principal Scientist

CK Group are recruiting for a Senior / Principal Scientist to join a Biotechnology company at their site based near Oxford, on a permanent basis. This will be a lab based role implementing in-house analytical methods and mentoring support for the team.

The Role:

• Develop and implement in-house analytical methods and provide support for the smooth day-to-day running of the lab.
• Focus on set-up instrumentation required for analysis of the various in-house chemistries, including acidified nitrite and nitric-oxide-centric analysis.

Your Background:

• Advanced degree in chemistry, biological sciences or related subject – preferably PhD.
• Hands-on experience in developing and trouble-shooting disparate analytical methodologies, including UV-Vis, Fluorimetry and FT-IR (5 years+).
• Significant experience working in a GxP regulatory environment.
• Adept at drafting Study Plans, Technical Reports and SOPs, plus working with an eQMS would be a bonus
• Although no direct management is required, it is essential that you can lead and motivate the team.

Apply:

For more information or to apply for this Senior Scientist position, please contact Naynesh Mistry on 01246 457703 or email nmistry@ckgroup.co.uk, quoting job ref 52121.

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK.ntracts@ckagroup.co.uk. Please quote reference 52129. Entitlement to work in the UK is essential for this role.ement systems (14001 & 45001) - desirable

• Understanding of chemical processes - desirable

Entitlement to work in the UK is essential. For more information or to apply for this Quality Manager position, please contact Sajra Hameed on 01246 457712 or email shameed@ckgroup.co.uk . Please quote reference 52134.nities are offered, skills are stretched, innovation is welcomed, and excellence is rewarded, you should consider a career with CK Group. We might be exactly what you're looking for.

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• Begin to referee papers for external bodies.
• Participate effectively in activities to achieve engagement with research, and/or impact beyond academia.
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Criteria

Education, Experience & Achievements

Essential

• A relevant postgraduate research degree or equivalent professional experience in the field of carbohydrate material science.
• Previous experience of independent research.
• Presentations at conferences and a track record of publications in respected journals or equivalent in the field.

Desirable

• Research experience in polysaccharide and their industrial applications.
• Involvementin packaging material research and development.
• Materials formulation and characterisation expertise.

Skills & Knowledge

Essential

• Demonstrable communication skills in English language.
• Good IT skills in Microsoft/Adobe Programmes.
• Excellent report writing and presentation skills.
• Good time management and organisational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills. Initiative in planning research.
• Detailed subject knowledge in the area of research.
• Specialist knowledge and practical skills capable of leading to independent, original contributions to the subject area.
• High-level analytical skills.
• Full awareness of the ethical issues involved in their research work.

Desirable

• Project managementexperience.
• Team working skills.
• Communication skills.

Personal Attributes

Essential

• Ability to communicate complex information clearly, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to stimulate and encourage the commitment to learnin others.
• Ability to use initiative, and apply creativity, to solve problems that

Desirable

• A passion for making a positive impact on the environment especially in plastic waste.