About this opportunity
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Your role:
We have an exciting opportunity for an Associate Scientist 1 to join our Bacteriology/Sterility team in Glasgow.
In this role, you will be responsible for the performance of routine and custom GMP studies and good housekeeping, equipment maintenance and stock control, to ensure the smooth running of the laboratories. The microbiology team perform a wide variety of assays to support development and manufacturing processes within the pharmaceutical industry, making scientific observations and completing documentation to the required industry standards. Responsibilities include working within the laboratory following Standard Operating Procedures and relevant compliance regulations to ensure routine studies are completed on time and accurately recorded to meet appropriate scientific and GMP regulatory standards.
Who you are:
You have an HND or higher qualification in Microbiology or associated Biological Science discipline with 0-2 years experience in a scientific laboratory role.
You will ideally have prior knowledge and experience working to GLP and / or GMP in a similar working environment.
You are strongly focused on quality and safety.
You have strong planning and organisational skills.
You have good communication and interpersonal skills.
You are self motivated with strong initiative and drive.
You will have strong personal and interpersonal skills.
You have a good standard of written and spoken English and are computer literate.
What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!
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How this role compares
Computed from every other active Manufacturing & CMC role in our database, not just this employer's listings.
We currently track 421 comparable Associate Manufacturing & CMC roles across 72 biopharma companies.
Salary context
93 of 421 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)
Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.
Where these roles are based
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Seniority mix
421 of 421 peers have a known seniority level
Therapeutic area mix
2 of 421 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden
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