Locations R&D Center - Reading, UK (Wokingham Campus)
time type Full time
posted on Posted Yesterday
job requisition id R-143019
Job Description
Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?
Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration
At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.
Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.
If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!
Purpose:
The role of Technician is to be responsible for performing a range of routine analysis and activities to support effective completion of projects and meet the customer’s contractual agreements. Perform lab admin and housekeeping activities, basic routine analysis and work in accordance with the quality standards within Pharamceutical Microbiology laboratory .
The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites.
Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities :
Technical
Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely / accurate provision of results.
Perform a range of basic routine analysis using (list techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff.
Be competent in the use of generic and specific software packages require d for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system, Q-Pulse, etc
Provide training in routine activities.
Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.
Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required .
Communication & Influence
Work as part of an efficient analytical team
QEHS
Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed .
To complete assigned quality actions i n a timely manner
To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.
Ensure training records are accurate.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:
Educated to A / HNC level or Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline
Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team
Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
Good written and verbal communication skills.
Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.
Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
Computer literate in standard MS office applications
Scientific understanding of basic lab equipment
English fluency (written and spoken)
More about this role
In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:
Opportunities to learn and develop
Performance Related Bonus scheme
Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
Life assurance
27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays
Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
Business Unit Summary
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries.Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.
Curious about us and want to learn more?
RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
#RSSL
Job Type
RegularAnalytical ScienceScience & Engineering
Job Description
Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?
Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration
At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International. RSSL is dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service.
Recognised for our excellence, we were awarded CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN Awards, adding to our previous accolades Employer of the Year, Enlightened Employer and Women in Business.
If you are passionate about driving innovation and making a real impact, RSSL is the place for you!
Purpose:
The role of Technician is to be responsible for performing a range of routine analysis and activities to support effective completion of projects and meet the customer’s contractual agreements. Perform lab admin and housekeeping activities, basic routine analysis and work in accordance with the quality standards within Pharamceutical Microbiology laboratory .
The position will be primarily based at the Wokingham location although may require attendance of any of the RSSL sites.
Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities :
Technical
* Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of analytical data generated and timely / accurate provision of results.
* Perform a range of basic routine analysis using (list techniques) under supervision of a senior member of staff.
* Operate basic lab equipment as directed .
* Be competent in the use of generic and specific software packages require d for the role: Laboratory’s LIMS system, Q-Pulse, etc
* Provide training in routine activities.
* Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed.
* Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required .
Communication & Influence
* Work as part of an efficient analytical team
QEHS
* Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed .
* To complete assigned quality actions i n a timely manner
* To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
* To understand and work to the requirements of GMP and UKAS.
* Ensure training records are accurate.
Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:
* Educated to A / HNC level or Bachelors degree in a relevant scientific discipline
* Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team
* Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
* Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
* Good written and verbal communication skills.
* Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.
* Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
* Computer literate in standard MS office applications
* Scientific understanding of basic lab equipment
* English fluency (written and spoken)
More about this role
In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:
* Opportunities to learn and develop
* Performance Related Bonus scheme
* Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
* Life assurance
* 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays
* Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
* A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc).
No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries.Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.
Curious about us and want to learn more?
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RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Type
RegularAnalytical ScienceScience & Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr