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ConvaTec Stability Scientist I in Deeside, United Kingdom
Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence care, and infusion care. With around 10,000 colleagues, we provide our products and services in almost 100 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention and protection of at-risk skin to improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Group revenues in 2022 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC). To learn more about Convatec, please visit http://www.convatecgroup.com
This position is a fixed-term contract for a duration of two years.
Duties and Responsibilities :
Working within a controlled ISO13485 and ISO9001 Laboratory quality system and in accordance with GLP/GMP procedures.
Design, plan and execute Physical testing in support of R&D and SEG activities and base business projects in accordance with applicable procedures and guidelines.
Involvement in the development and validation of new physical testing methods.
Effective organization of assigned workload; ensures the integrity of all data generated and timely/accurate provision of results to GLP standards.
Accurate recording and analysis of laboratory data in accordance with good documentation practices
Perform detailed laboratory investigations to determine the root cause of atypical and out-of-specification results, apply corrective and preventative actions, and author concise investigation reports.
Author validation protocols, reports, and technical documents for Medical Devices/ Pharmaceutical products
Assist in laboratory test method/procedural revisions.
Responsible for standard laboratory routines, equipment calibration, maintenance replenishment etc.
Ensures lab compliance with applicable cGMP regulations and SOPs/TD’s.
Involvement in change control activities and associated actions.
Education:
Bachelor's Degree in a relevant science-related discipline.
Experience in a working laboratory environment, within Medical Devices/ Pharmaceutical Industry is preferred.
Working knowledge and understanding of compliance with FDA and European regulations relating to Quality Systems (ISO13485:2016, ISO9001:2000, FDA 21 CFR part 820) and GMP Guidelines and Regulations.
Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office, specifically Word and Excel.
A detailed understanding of common statistical analysis and experience with MiniTab is desirable.
About you:
Have an understanding of the role of Physical Testing within the product development process for both new product development and existing product development of medical devices/pharmaceuticals.
Commands good physical testing and problem-solving skills and demonstrates an understanding of the steps involved in initiating and completing a variety of physical testing tasks to support key R&D projects.
Statically analyze data for reporting to senior physical testing staff
Effectively communicate both oral and written scientific and technical data to peers and managers
A thorough knowledge and understanding of the principles and concepts of compliance management, GMP/GLP and good documentation practices.
Competent in the production of high quality, accurate R&D technical documentation in a timely manner.
A forward-thinking team-player who willingly accepts new challenges and works to tight deadlines.
Commands Flexibility - ability to prioritize, manage multiple tasks and react/respond positively to changes in priority and workload.
Accurate with excellent attention to detail.
Decisive thinker: ability to make decisions and recommendations using own initiative.
Working conditions:
Working in a laboratory environment with exposure to biological agents, chemicals and reagents.
Competent in the disposal of chemicals and reagents in accordance with site and environmental procedures – Training will be provided.
Travel requirements:
There may be opportunities to attend external training courses which may involve daytime return travel or an overnight stay.
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