Overview

Associate Principal Scientist, AMS Laboratory Operations – UK – Hoddesdon. Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees across 23 locations, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.About the Role: Pharmaron has opened a new Accelerator Mass Spectrometry (AMS) Laboratory at our Hoddesdon site. We are looking for an Associate Principal Scientist to join this new team. You will lead a team of scientists responsible for the analysis of samples and data generated from clinical AMS-enabled studies.At Pharmaron we offer:Vibrant and dynamic employment – a highly specialised, growth company operating in a critical sector of the economy.Opportunities to develop your skills and yourself – rapid growth brings opportunities to learn and grow faster.A supportive team where collaboration and mutual support are valued.Key responsibilities

Oversee day-to-day operation of the laboratories, ensuring compliance with GCP, quality, and health and safety guidelines.Lead and coordinate activities of the lab team responsible for receipt and analysis of 14 C-labelled clinical samples by LSC, AMS, LC+AMS and LC-MS/MS.Understand and perform analytical techniques and procedures involved in AMS-enabled clinical studies through hands-on training.Assist in preparation and analysis of samples and data from clinical AMS-enabled studies, including mass balance, metabolite profiling and identification, and IVPK (absolute bioavailability).Ensure equipment is validated, calibrated, maintained and serviced per SOP.Review study data and prepare summaries and updates for internal and external reporting.Contribute to review and QC of study data packages and reports prior to submission to Quality Assurance as required.Address findings from QA audits and process inspections related to the area.Plan work to meet revenue recognition milestones on assigned studies and flag issues early.Collaborate with the AMS team and Pharmaron stakeholders, providing regular status updates to ensure project milestones are met.Participate in client visits and teleconferences as appropriate.Collaborate with global AMS and metabolism teams and lead continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives for the UK lab.Build a high-performing, client-focused team through coaching and mentoring junior members.Requirements

PhD, MSc or BSc (Hons) in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Physics or related subjectExperience of managing or supervising a laboratory team within a GxP settingExperience coordinating equipment validation, maintenance and calibration and scheduling workload to meet timelinesExperience working in drug discovery and/or development projects with appreciation of related disciplinesExperience managing scientific teams, coaching and mentoringEffective written and verbal communication skills, including presenting scientific findings to colleagues and clientsStrong problem-solving and analytical skillsFlexible mindset with initiativeHow to Apply

Ready to seize this opportunity? Apply online to join Pharmaron and be part of a dynamic team driving innovation in biopharmaceutical RandD.Pharmaron is a premier RandD service company supporting the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron operates in China, US and UK with over 19,000 employees, delivering RandD solutions to partners globally.

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