Senior R&D Toxicology Specialist

CK Group are recruiting for a Method Development Scientist, to join a forensic testing organisation based in Warrington, on a permanent basis.

In this role, you will work within the Toxicology Research and Development Team, to carry out method development and validation projects, under the guidance of the R&D Lead Analytical Toxicologist.

Your main duties will be:

• Development, validation, and implementation of new methods, in line with ISO17025 (2017) and the Forensic Science Regulator s Codes of Practice & Conduct.
• Drawing up of validation protocols and the production of validation reports in compliance with the Quality Management System.
• Technical evaluation and refinement of existing processes and development of more efficient and robust methods.
• Support investigations into Quality Control trends when required.
• Advising on and carrying out quality investigations.
• Delivering training to Toxicology analytical team when required.

Your Background:
The ideal candidate for this role will have an:

• Excellent understanding of drug extraction techniques, notably LLE and SPE.
• A thorough understanding of immunoassay and chromatographic techniques (such as ELISA, HS-GC-FID, GC-MS, LC-MS/MS and HPLC-DAD).
• Troubleshooting LC-MS/MS instrumentation, both hardware and software.
• A thorough understanding of good laboratory practice including ISO17025 and anti-contamination protocols is essential.
• Technically minded and the ability to problem solve effectively.
• Familiarity with AB Sciex, Thermo and/or Waters equipment.

It is essential all candidates who apply have had perminent residency in the UK for at least 5 years minimum. This is essential for this role and you will not be considered if you do not have this requirement.

Apply:
It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference in all correspondence.