Analytical Global Reference Standards Scientist
Full time, 6‑month fixed‑term position working a flexible 36.5 hour week, Monday – Friday.
Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Responsibilities
* Evaluate and test reference standard materials using a broad range of analytical techniques including HPLC, GC, titration, Karl Fisher, Sulphated Ash, Loss on Drying, and NMR interpretation, resolving analytical challenges and interpreting data in a wider scientific context.
* Produce Certificates of Analysis (CoAs) and associated technical documentation, providing robust scientific justification for the assignment of shelf life to reference standard materials.
* Act as system administrator for the Global Reference Standards (GRS) database and website, maintaining full accountability for material records, stock levels, retesting plans, and initiating procurement activities in line with lean principles and business demand.
* Process and manage internal and external reference standard orders via the GRS database, including allocation and dispensing of materials, and handling non‑standard or pharmacopoeial requests through negotiation, sourcing, and coordination with procurement and storage teams.
* Work proactively with global and regional sourcing, CMOs, supply chain, technical stewardship teams, and other key stakeholders to ensure continuity of reference standard supply, assess analytical methodologies, and contribute to or lead improvement initiatives.
* Build strong relationships with sample dispatch teams and customers, respond to internal and external technical queries, drive productivity and efficiency through science and technology, challenge existing practices to add value, and support team development through collaboration, coaching, and mentoring.
* Be comfortable working with chromatography data systems (e.g., Empower) and LIMS/ELN platforms, using analytical data and system outputs to support robust scientific decision‑making.
Qualifications
* Hold a BSc or MSc in a chemistry‑related discipline, with relevant experience gained within a pharmaceutical or regulated industry environment.
* Demonstrate a broad working knowledge of pharmaceutical analysis, with strong hands‑on experience in analytical chemistry and in‑depth expertise in HPLC.
* Have experience in analytical method development, validation, and application, supported by a solid understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
* Possess working knowledge of cGMP requirements and demonstrate the ability to operate effectively within a regulated quality environment.
* Be digitally fluent, confident in using data‑driven and AI‑enabled approaches, basic scripting, or statistical tools to perform trend analysis, monitor method performance, identify early signals, and drive preventive actions and continuous improvement.
* Comfortable working with chromatography data systems (e.g., Empower) and LIMS/ELN platforms, using analytical data and system outputs to support robust scientific decision‑making.
Benefits
* Working within a Reward and Recognition Scheme, recognising great work across teams.
* Holiday entitlement increases with service.
* Health Cash Plan allowing claims for routine healthcare expenses such as dental check‑ups, eye tests, glasses or contact lenses and other everyday medical treatments.
* Life Assurance from day one, providing cover of four times the annual salary.
* Automatic enrolment into the Company Pension Plan after three months (option to opt out).
* Access to the Employee Assistance Programme, offering 24/7 confidential support for both personal and work‑related matters.
* Opportunities to register interest in volunteering days during working hours as part of a broader strategy to contribute to the local community.
* Free on‑site car parking.
* The opportunity to explore worldwide opportunities.
* Access to Perkbox, allowing savings on various services.
Equal Employment Opportunity
We embrace diversity! Eurofins network of companies believes in strength and innovation through diversity, being an Equal Opportunity Employer. We prohibit discrimination against employees or applications based on gender identity and/or expression, race, nationality, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, and everything else that makes employees of Eurofins companies unique.
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