Formulations Analyst

Applications are invited for the position of Formulations Analyst, based within R&D Formulations, Pharmaceutical Development, reporting to the Section Head of Formulations Analytical.

​​​​​​The purpose of this position is to perform physicochemical evaluation and compositional analysis of Norbrook development and reference products in accordance to SOPs and relevant standards

Main Tasks/Activities
Development and optimisation of chemical and physical analytical methods to support early stage and late-stage formulation development of new and existing products.
Ensure developing trends and risks within projects are identified to allow timely investigation where necessary to help ensure product viability
Generate, interpret, and trend data for critical quality attributes (CQAs) to support formulation optimisation and decision making.
Maintain accurate records and prepare reports for both group and R&D management to include reverse engineering, pre-formulation, method validation, product specification justification and pharmaceutical development reports.
Develop an understanding and ownership of projects, ensuring developing trends and risks are identified to allow timely investigation where necessary to help ensure product viability.
Assist in the training of Laboratory personnel in analytical techniques and SOP compliance.
To carry out validation, calibration and cleaning of equipment as required.
To characterise reference standards.
To assist in the preparation of Standard Operating Procedures and Methods.
To ensure adequate stocks of consumables are available as required.
Maintain clean and safe working environment within the laboratories, following all COSHH and other Health and Safety requirements.
To carry out any miscellaneous investigations or other activities as requested by management.

Essential Criteria:
Applicants must therefore demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order to be considered:

Third level qualification in Chemistry or a related subject.
Minimum 2 years' experience within a chemistry analytical laboratory including HPLC/UHPLC and Dissolution techniques.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Good organisation skills and the ability to prioritise and show flexibility to meet the demands of a busy laboratory.
Proficiency in use of Microsoft Office program suite.
Demonstrated ability to work well within a team.
Proactive approach towards problem solving.

Desirable Criteria:
Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the following desirable criteria:

Previous experience assessing dissolution profiles (f2).
Previous experience of specification setting/justification.
Design and execution of product development studies according to regulatory guidance.
A good understanding of cGMP/GLP.
Experience in formulation development and stability studies.

Duration: Full Time, Permanent
Location: Newry

Additional Information:
This role will be based in a site that produces and handles penicillin, and as such, this role would not be suitable for those that have a penicillin allergy.
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Benefits:
Free life assurance
Company pension scheme
Healthcare cash plan
32 days annual leave
Wedding leave
Company sick pay
Employee well-being initiatives
Employee assistance programme
On-site free parking
Subsidised canteen facilities
WeCare programme – supporting the local community
Employee perks scheme
Employee recognition scheme
Career development opportunities

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