Cambrex
Laboratory Technician 2
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You Matter to Cambrex.
Cambrex is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides drug substance, drug product, and analytical services across the entire drug lifecycle. With more than 40 years of experience and a growing team of over 2,400 professionals servicing global clients, Cambrex is a trusted partner in branded and generic markets for API and dosage form development and manufacturing.
Your Work Matters.
At Cambrex, we strive to build a culture where all colleagues have the opportunity to:
- engage in work that matters to our customers and the patients they serve
- learn new skills and enjoy new experiences in an engaging and safe environment
- strengthen connections with coworkers and the community
Your Future Matters.
Known for our customer-focused scientific and manufacturing excellence, as well as our strong commitment to quality and safety, we offer a range of career and growth opportunities across our global network of locations. Together with our customers, we aim to improve the quality of life for patients around the world. Start a career where You Matter by applying today!
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Job Overview
Cambrex is a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation (CDMO) with a focus on small molecules. Cambrex Edinburgh is mainly engaged in the development and testing of materials for pharmaceutical use, submitted by a wide range of clients with products at various stages of drug development. The company is ISO9001 accredited with its core services being solid form screening, crystallization development and analytical development for a global client base.
As a laboratory technician based in Edinburgh, you will form an important part of our technical team and will provide vital support to the technical team maintaining the highest standards in: equipment maintenance and calibration; lab organization, sample delivery and analysis; and working within a quality framework.
Responsibilities
- Perform daily, monthly and ad-hoc calibration of laboratory equipment in line with schedules
- Conduct routine maintenance of non-specialist laboratory equipment
- Manage receipt, control, storage and disposal of laboratory materials and client samples
- Transport of samples to external analysis vendor (local area)
Qualifications/Skills
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- Practical experience in a chemistry laboratory setting (essential).
- Equipment calibration and maintenance e.g., TG/DSC, XRPD, DVS, pH meter, analytical balances, HPLC (desirable).
- Full clean UK driving license (essential).
- Ability to work safely in a lab environment, adhering to local SHE policies (essential).
- Experience in working independently and within a team (essential).
- Working within ISO9001 quality standards (desirable).
- An enthusiastic team player with excellent communication skills.
- Ability and willingness to learn new skills and techniques.
- The motivation and the organizational planning tools to manage workload.
- Flexibility to adapt to changing workloads and priorities
Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements
- Minimum HND or degree qualification in a relevant scientific field (general chemistry, materials science, chemical engineering) or previously operated in a similar role (essential).
Cambrex will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, military status, or disability status.
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