Contract: Fixed term contract until 30th April 2029
The Medicines and Healthcare products Regulatory Agency enhance and improve the health of millions of people every day through the effective regulation of medicines and medical devices, underpinned by science and research.
The SR&I Research & Development (R&D) function will deliver statutory mandated strategically aligned, sustainable and impactful Regulatory Scientific research that is applied primarily to biological reference materials development and medicines control testing and areas of international and national priority for future biological medicines. Research and Development will host and nurture the current excellence in research into biological reference materials, biological activity measurements, product qualitytestingand standardisation.
The postholder will leadand supportscientific and analytical work for the development of WHO international polysaccharide standards and of referencereagents.The postholder will usea multidisciplinary approach that involves usingcutting-edgephysico-chemical analysis techniques such as various HPLC approaches,NMRand more traditional ELISA methods.This role includes supporting and helpingmaintaincollaborations with international stakeholders that include industry, academia, philanthropic organisations, and government bodies.
Oursuccessful candidatewill demonstrate:
* Ability to communicate purpose and direction with clarity,integrityand enthusiasm. Respect the needs,responsesand opinions of others.
* High degree knowledge and hands-on experience in a wide range of analytical chemistry assays relevant to polysaccharides and conjugate vaccines.
* An understanding of the principles for reference standards preparation.
* A PhD degree in chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, or related field or experience.
* Evidence of publishing scientific research in peer-reviewed journals, or equivalent experience.
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