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About the opportunity: We are the internal recruitment partner for our client, a successful organisation specialising in the research and manufacturing of diagnostic solutions. We are presenting an exciting opportunity for a Process Development Scientist to join their team in Bedford. As a Process Development Scientist, you will work closely with the scientific and technical development team on the design, development and scale up of the manufacturing process of their diagnostic product range. You will be involved in one or more projects within the scope of product transfer liaising closely with internal research and development or external customers. The core of this role will involve the transfer and scale up of products from an external client, and the transfer of products out to contract manufacturers. With 40% of your time being spent in the laboratory, you will be required to follow standard operating procedures and design protocols according to the technology transfer plan. You will be proficient with hands on lab/technical skills, including experimental design, implementation, recording and reporting. This truly is a unique opportunity to play a vital role in some ground-breaking projects nationally and internationally. If you are a highly meticulous scientist with the ability to work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary environment, then we want to hear from you! Requirements Who we are looking for: The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate the following: Must haves: A degree or relevant experience within Biological Sciences, Chemistry, or Immunology (or allied/specialist scientific field). Proven technology transfer experience. Knowledge of design control processes and the associated quality and regulatory standards. Hands-on laboratory / technical skills including experimental design, implementing, recording, and reporting. Ability to work across multiple, ongoing projects and prioritise workload effectively. Ability to maintain a safe working environment and identify risks. Highly accurate with excellent attention to detail. Excellent communication skills with the ability to work in a collaborative and multidisciplinary environment. IT literate with proficiency across the MS Office suite including MS Projects and Excel, and any other required software. Willingness to commit to a role that involves frequent international travel. Nice to haves: Experience in Lateral Flow Immunoassay. Experience in point of care diagnostic assays or systems. Experience of working in an ISO13485 or GMP-regulated environment. Benefits Why you will like working with us: In return we are offering: A salary of £30,000 - £34,000 dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Employer pension contributions of 5%. Access to pension advice by a third-party provider on days scheduled by the company throughout the year. Private medical cover. Life assurance two times your basic salary. Friendly and supportive working environment. Excellent learning and development opportunities. Interested? Then APPLY now for immediate consideration. All our vacancies are handled by our internal recruitment team at Vero HR, therefore any unsolicited CV's and/or Agency Terms of Business will not be accepted. For any recruitment agency enquiries please email
Production Technician, Oxford, £26,000pa - £32,000pa plus benefits: MARS Recruitment is exclusively recruiting a mechanical biased Production Technician on behalf of a leading specialist manufacturer of high-tech devices and instrumentation. This organisation was originally a University spinout and has gone from strength to strength over the last 10 years, growing year on year. The successful Production Technician will be joining a relaxed and supportive environment, where you can pick and choose your start and finish times. The company have recently introduced a condensed working scheme, so every other week you can enjoy a 4 day working week. Our client is looking for a Production Technician who is passionate about mechanical assembly, high tech and complex mechanical work. Key Responsibilities The successful Production Technician will need to be an enthusiastic and self-motivated technician with excellent analytical and technical skills. You will also have a combination of key responsibilities: Assemble products, jigs, fixtures and test equipment in accordance with the Quality Manual, technical specifications, drawings and work instructions Manufacture or modify, as required, components, jigs, fixtures and test equipment in accordance with drawings and instruction Undertake pre-packing, and preparation of documents for the shipment of products, including liaison with packers/shippers Participate in design and post-project reviews Ensure all work is carried out safely and tidily and in accordance with Health and Safety policies and procedures, including local risk assessments Check own work and report any quality issues Communicate professionally with customers (internal and external) and vendors Participate in improvement projects, cost improvements and problem solving activities as required from time to time Maintain plant, test equipment and tools in a good working condition. Experience of working within an ISO9001 discipline. Essential Production Technician Experience & Skills Experience in the manufacture, test and installation of scientific instrumentation, assemblies or similar Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, functional specifications, work instructions, etc. Experience of working within an ISO9001 discipline Desirable Familiarity with precision mechanisms and/or ultra high vacuum technology Experience in the safe operation of milling, turning, grinding equipment and cranes Our client is offering an excellent salary of up to £32,000pa, an excellent benefits package including 25 days holiday, contributory pension, life insurance, relaxed and flexible working environment. If this Production Technician role sounds of interest, please send in an application to Lee at MARS recruitment. MARS Recruitment is an equal opportunities employer and positively welcomes applications from suitably qualified applicants regardless of race, colour, sex, marital status, national origin, religion, age, disability, or any other protected status. Suitable candidates for the role will be contacted within 3 working days, unfortunately if you haven't heard back in this time your application has been unsuccessful at this time. MARS Recruitment is a specialist Engineering & IT recruiter working in partnership with companies across the UK and offers services of both an Employment Business (for Temporary/Contract roles) and an Employment Agency (for Permanent roles).