Job Title:  Research Scientist

Role Details

Research Scientist (Analytical Development)

Role: Full-time, permanent

Location: North Harrow, West London

Salary: Competitive + bonus + benefits

**We cannot offer visa / sponsorship for this role**

The Role

The Research Scientist will join an exisiting, high performing team, in a fast paced, busy lab. Method development and analysis of therapeutic biological products for the purposes of product characterisation and Process Development support in Accord Biopharma research and development to enable commercial release of Biosimilars into the market to ensure patients have access to high quality medicines at the point of need.

• Execute method development, qualification and analytical method transfer activities for Monoclonal antibodies and proteins.
• Perform a range of analytical methods to support Process Development and Characterisation which may include Chromatography (HPLC, UPLC), Spectroscopy (UV-Vis, CD, Fluorescence, FTIR), capillary-based (cIEF, CE-SDS) and Mass Spectrometry.
• Complete and review laboratory documentation accurately (Logbooks, SOP, Protocols, reports).
• Report and present results to appropriate audiences (e.g., data summaries, reports).
• Take ownership and perform troubleshooting of relevant equipment operation, calibration report and maintenance etc.
• Perform routine calibrations and contribute to routine lab maintenance and stock checking of consumables, media/reagents whenever required.
• Support in the preparation of MOAs, SOPs, risk assessments and COSHH
• Having good understanding of GxP and support EHS activities within ADL team, prepare risk assessments and COSHH.

The Person

• Ph.D, Masters or Bachelors degree in a relevant field, with proven experience in Analytical Methods and lab based role. 
• Excellent scientific understanding of quality attributes for biopharmaceuticals, biosimilars and proteins.
• Excellent understanding of good laboratory practice (GLP) and documentation.
• Team player who can interact well within the team to ensure that project goals are met on time.
• Excellent communication skills (written and spoken English), confident working with colleagues of all seniority levels and able to navigate cultural differences with ease.
• Good IT and data analysis skills, including use of Microsoft Office (i.e., Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
• Good understanding of therapeutic antibody / protein quality attributes.
• Lab maintenance as per GLP
• Method development and validation to industry standards.

The Rewards

In return, we offer a competitive salary and rewards package (including holiday, bonus and pension scheme). Not to mention the opportunity to genuinely make a difference in a new and dynamic role within a progressive and expanding business, at an exciting time of growing international reach.

How to Apply

If you possess the experience, passion and ability to make this role a success then we would like to hear from you. Please complete your Candidate Profile on our careers site to apply for this role. The closing date is 15.05.26. For more information, you can contact us on: careers@accord-healthcare.com

A Bit About Us

Accord Healthcare Europe is one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Accord has one of the largest market footprints of any European generic and biosimilars companies selling generic medicines in over 80 countries around the world. This global footprint enables us to deliver vital, affordable medicines to national health systems supporting healthcare professionals to transform patient lives worldwide. The approach of Accord is agile and inventive, always seeking to improve products and patients' access to them. Accord are driven to think differently and deliver more for the benefit of patients worldwide. 

To continue our growth, we’re looking for the best and brightest technical minds and forward-thinking business professionals. Keeping our people at the heart of all we do, we offer rewarding opportunities for those looking for continued personal and professional growth, investing in training and development tailored to each individual’s focus. So, if you’re looking for an inclusive company to take your career to the next level, you’re certainly in the right place; come and join us to make it better.

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All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

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