Research Technician – Early-Stage Formulation Science

Research Technician Early-Stage Formulation Science

Cambridge Discovery Centre

12-month Temporary Contract

Avantor Services provides on-site laboratory support for major pharmaceutical customers. We are seeking a Research Technician to support early-stage formulation science activities for our customers BioPharma Development team in Cambridge.

This is a hands-on laboratory role supporting early drug development programs through formulation studies and analytical testing of novel protein medicines enabling R&D scientists to focus on core research.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver hands-on laboratory support for early-stage formulation development of novel protein drug products.

Perform physico-chemical and analytical testing (e.g. pH A280 light scattering particle analysis chromatography electrophoresis) in line with SOPs.

Support formulation screening robustness developability clinical in-use and lyophilisation studies including lab-scale process activities.

Accurately document and report data using approved systems (eLN) ensuring high standards of quality traceability and compliance.

Work collaboratively while ensuring full compliance with SHE Good Laboratory Standards and quality requirements managing workload to meet agreed timelines.

Essential Requirements

BSc in Life Sciences Pharmaceutical Science or related field

Understanding of protein structure and/or protein formulation

Experience in an analytical laboratory environment

Strong attention to detail accurate pipetting skills

Good communication organization and time management skills

Customer-focused collaborative and able to work independently

Competent IT skills

Desirable (Training Provided)

Experience in chromatography electrophoresis or compendial testing

Exposure to automation or liquid-handling systems

Knowledge of Good Laboratory Standards

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