Senior Scientist

Google Chrome Microsoft Edge Apple Safari Mozilla Firefox Senior ScientistFull-timeCompany DescriptionEurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate.Eurofins is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across the entire network of Eurofins companies.We’re proud to be an armed forces-friendly place to work and welcome applications from reservists, armed forces veterans (including the wounded, injured and sick), as well as cadet instructors, and military spouses and partners.If you want to continue to help make our world a safer and healthier place, then apply for the role below and become a part of the extraordinary Eurofins.Job DescriptionUnfortunately this role does not offer sponsorship.39 Hours per week.  09:00-17:15 (4 days), 09:00-17:30 (1 day).Purpose of the post:The purpose of this job is to support the operation and development of the Chemistry department.Chemistry testing.Method verification, method transfer, method validation, method development.Technical and data review, including primary batch audits and peer review.Client management, including communications, meetings, and inter-company activities.Support the resolution of quality issues.Write and review of exceptions.Lead root cause analysis and quality risk assessments.CAPA.Change controls.Support equipment calibration, qualification, and maintenance.Writing and review of procedures, protocols, reports.Deputise for leadership, as needed.Support self-inspections.Management of UK ComLIMS (CLO, CLQ, CLPA).Support client audits and regulatory inspections.Propose and implement continuous improvements.Member of a Global Council.Delivery of training.QualificationsExcellent understanding of GMP.Ability to work independently or as part of a team.Demonstrates leadership skills, good judgement, and the ability to motivate others.Excellent report writing and organisational skills.Quality consciousness with the ability to consistently work to industry standards.Positive, methodical, tenacious, and innovative approach to work.Very strong problem solving skills.Excellent technical knowledge and competencies in the required chemistry techniques.Passionate about quality and customer service.Excellent training abilities.Excellent communication skills.  Ability to understand client requirements and able to devise and articulate the most appropriate solutions.Additional InformationBenefitsAt Eurofins we are growing, innovating and always learning. We celebrate the achievements of our employees through annual long service awards, recognise our colleagues special life events, and we are committed to charitable causes through global fundraising activities.As a Eurofins employee you will benefit from:Enhanced Annual Leave EntitlementAnnual Leave Sellback SchemeAdditional Annual Leave at Employees set service dates   Company Pension PlanLife Assurance Scheme (4 times annual salary)Healthcare Cash Plan (6+ months service)Enhanced Maternity, Adoption and Paternity SchemesEmployee Assistance Programme – 24/7 confidentialHealth and Wellbeing ProgrammesWorldwide career opportunitiesWe also have in place rewards recognising the great work our employees deliver, their dedicated service and celebrating special life events.What Happens Next Our people are the backbone of what we do, so it's incredibly important we find the right individuals to join us. As a potential new recruit...