We are looking for an Analyst to join our Viral Clearance team at our Maxim Park site near Motherwell.
We are looking for an Analyst for the Viral Clearance department at Sartorius Stedim BioOutsource. In this role, you will be responsible for testing biological products for our customers.
The team consists of 17 professionals, and we are looking forward to shaping the future with you.
This position is available full-time, based onsite in Maxim Park near Motherwell.
Grow With Us – Your Responsibilities
* Cell culture, media and reagent preparation and housekeeping
* Generation of cell and virus banks
* On a daily basis you will work closely with your colleagues in the virus clearance team to ensure that client timelines are met, and an excellent service level is maintained
* Performance of routine testing including TCID50 assay and qPCR, as well as producing high-quality virus stocks for use in virus clearance studies
* Do you enjoy following procedures? You will ensure GLP compliance is adhered to and work with QA to address any potential issues
* Also, you will work closely with Study Directors to ensure study plans and standard operating procedures are followed when performing client studies
* Writing and reviewing documentation including standard operating procedures
* You will collaborate with colleagues from other parts of the business on virus clearance projects, contributing to problem solving and troubleshooting
* Ensuring the laboratory and facility are maintained to a high standard and in compliance with health and safety regulations
* Equipment ownership responsibilities including maintenance, calibration and monitoring
* You will also maintain stock control and ensure all materials are available to perform studies in a timely manner
What Will Convince Us
* A HNC/HND in a relevant life scientific discipline or equivalent
* Previous experience in a similar role is advantageous.
* Previous laboratory experience in a GLP environment is desirable.
* Experience in cell culture, virus handling, molecular biology techniques and purification processes is desirable.
* Capable of thriving in a scientifically challenging environment and can bring projects to the final stage.
* Ability to contribute to scientific discussions and challenge processes.
* Experience in SOP, protocol and report writing is preferable.
* Capable of working independently and within a team.
* Strong analytical and organisational skills.
In order to commence working with us, the successful candidate will have the right to work in the UK.
What We Offer
As a growing global life science company, stock listed on the TecDAX, Sartorius offers a wide range of benefits:
* Personal and Professional Development: Mentoring, leadership programs and internal seminar offerings
* Making an impact right from the start: Comprehensive onboarding, including a virtual online platform – even before joining
* Welcoming Culture: Mutual support, team-spirit and international collaboration; communities on numerous topics such as coaching, agile working and businesswomen network
* Health & Well-Being: Wide section of health and well-being support such as healthcare plans and health assessment services
Benefits
Attractive Working Conditions
* 35 hours working week
* 29 days annual leave, plus 4 public holidays
* Annual option to buy, sell or carry over annual leave
* Free parking on site
* Free hot and cold drinks
* Regular social events
Health & Wellbeing
* Competitive benefits package, including:
* Private Medical Insurance
* Private Dental Insurance
* Group Life Assurance
* Travel Insurance (Employee Paid)
* Salary Sacrifice Health Assessment Service
* Salary Sacrifice Cycle to Work Scheme
Planning Ahead For Your Future
* Group Personal Pension Plan
* Group Income Protection
* Salary Sacrifice Will Writing Service
About Sartorius
Sartorius is part of the solution in the fight against cancer, dementia, and many other diseases. Our technologies help translate scientific discoveries into real-world medicine faster, so that new therapeutics can reach patients worldwide.
We look for ambitious team players and creative minds, who want to contribute to this goal and advance their careers in a dynamic global environment.
Join our global team and become part of the solution. We are looking forward to receiving your application.