Kedrion Biopharma is recruiting a Chemistry Analyst for a 5 months fixed term contract for their Quality Department located on-site in Elstree, Hertfordshire.

As a Chemistry Analyst at Kedrion, you will be an integral part of our Quality Laboratory team. Your primary responsibilities will include taking and testing samples in strict accordance with our departmental Standard Operating Procedures, Policies, and the principles of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). This role is essential in ensuring that we maintain the highest standards of quality and safety in all our products.

We are particularly interested in candidates who have experience working in a laboratory setting, especially those familiar with a GMP environment. Proficiency with pipettes and UV is highly advantageous.

If you are driven, eager to contribute, and have some experience with lab work, we want to hear from you! 

Our site is not easily accessible by public transport so please take this into consideration when applying as this role is fully on-site.

Duties & Responsibilities -

• To perform a wide variety of testing in accordance with Standard Operating Procedures, BPL policies and GMP.

• Responsible for preparing reagents, standards and control samples and contribute to general laboratory housekeeping duties.

• To promptly report any deviations, out-of-specification / limits results. To assist where required with investigations.

• To read, collate, report and archive results using defined documentation and computer systems.

• To ensure equipment used is clean, calibrated and maintained. Perform system suitability checks where required

• To assist with the calibration or validation of laboratory equipment and automated systems.

• Ensure good stock control.

• To operate a variety of instrumentation and computer software packages intended for data analysis, collation and other related applications (e.g. LIMS).

• To make recommendations for documentation revision.

• Undertaking administrative activities.

• To organise own assigned working activities. To be responsible for reporting issues or delays to next line management.

• To perform any other aspects of laboratory testing and support the objectives of the department as required.

• Assist is projects as and when required (including but not limited to; testing of samples, preparation of components, reporting of results, etc.)

Skills & Education required to help you within the role –

• Degree in a relevant scientific discipline such as Chemistry

• Computer literate – competent in the use of Microsoft Office, in particular word and excel at an intermediate level.

• Communication skills – Able to communicate clearly and persuasively with your team, managers peers and clients.

• Practical laboratory skills

• Understanding of GMP/GLP.

• Good knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, both within a laboratory and across pharmaceutical processes.

• Knowledge of laboratory SOPs and ability to revise and write new procedures.

• Knowledge of stock control and budgeting in own area

• Experience using analytical equipment and pipettes

• Experience writing reports
• Able to work effectively with others

In return we offer –

We're looking for highly motivated and experienced people to drive the business forward. In return you'll be supported in developing your skills with ongoing training and career opportunities.

• Competitive salary

• Annual bonus scheme
• 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays)
• Pension
• Life insurance
• On-site parking
• Employee assistance programme
• Virtual GP
• Cycle to work scheme
• Subsidised canteen
• Employee discounts and cash back
• Gym membership discounts
• Family friendly policies
• Employee recognition programme 
• Loyal service awards

Kedrion Biopharma is a biopharmaceutical company headquartered in Italy dedicated to collecting and fractionating blood plasma to produce and distribute plasma-derived therapies worldwide. These treatments help manage and prevent rare, ultra-rare, and debilitating conditions, including Coagulation and Neurological Disorders, Immunodeficiencies, and Rh sensitization. 

The Kedrion group has numerous legacies within its brand; your employer will be Bio Products Laboratory Ltd, doing business as Kedrion Biopharma UK. Our plant is based in Elstree and counts nearly 1000 colleagues across various departments.

Since its foundation, Kedrion has experienced consistent growth, backed by strong performance indicators. Today, the company employs 5,200 people globally who work collaboratively on our portfolio of 38 life-enhancing plasma-derived products distributed in over 100 countries. 

Please apply today for immediate consideration!