Job Responsibilities:
The key responsibilities of the Laboratory Analyst – LIMS hall include but shall not be limited to:
- Building the content of QCL LIMs systems in collaboration with site and external Digital teams.
- Translating the content of specifications and analytical methods into compliant, effective and efficient LIMs / LES workflows.
- Involved in the qualification of analytical instruments and in their routine maintenance.
- Development of standard operating procedures, specifications and local analytical methods.
-May be involved in reporting results into a computer storage system (LIMS), as well as performing testing using automated systems.
- Involved in deviation investigations and will record any errors encountered, as per procedures and training.
- Assisting in the training of other personnel and as their level of skill develops, may be responsible for the full training of other Laboratory personnel.
Basic Requirements:
- Minimum BSc (Hons) in Analytical Sciences (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Microbiology) with a minimum of 3 years pharmaceutical experience.
- Proficient in the build / use of Laboratory Information Systems. Experience in translating the content of specifications and analytical methods into compliant, effective and efficient LIMs / LES workflows is a distinct advantage.
- Comprehensive knowledge of quality control operations with an emphasis on techniques such as immunoassays, and quantitative PCR, chromatography and capillary electrophoresis separation sciences, spectroscopic techniques.
- Understanding of multiple instrument platforms (e.g. Agilent, Beckman Coulter, Sciex, Molecular Devices, Applied Bioscience, etc.) and associated software applications (e.g. SoftMax Pro, Empower, LIMS / LES systems)
Additional Skills/Preferences:
- Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of the work.
- Demonstrated understanding of Data Integrity and its application in a Digital Laboratory.
- Highly competent with computer systems.
- Demonstrated ability to implement changes in technology and business systems / processes.