ChemStore Research Technician
Stevenage United Kingdom
Responsibilities
Location Stevenage, GB Job ID REQ-050268Job Summary
Excellent opportunity for highly motivated candidate looking for a fulfilling and exciting career for two global market leaders in the scientific industry. The role of Research Technician will be integral to the success of PerkinElmer OneSource Scientific Services within the Stevenage Scientific campus and bringing treatments to market more effectively and improving the lives of patients.
The successful candidate will have responsibility for
Management of the Chemical Stores and its associated databases
Procurement of chemicals to align with customer requirements of cost and quality
Management of Chemical entities
Using expertise to offer advice to chemistry groups with focus on cost and environmental effectiveness
Perform some basic Process Chemistry/Chemical Engineering unit operations
Updating Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in 3E Protect SDS Management System
This role will report into the PerkinElmer Chemical Stores Manager at the Stevenage Campus. PerkinElmer OneSource Scientific Services has developed a vital partnership with the customer and seeks to build that growth.
Job Responsibilities
Operational
Assist with the management of the Chemical inventory database (ICARUS).
Assist scientists in sourcing and purchasing chemicals from preferred suppliers according to specifications, comparing prices and lead times.
Receive, check and register commercial chemicals into inventory system.
Retrieve and dispense requested chemicals in a timely manner.
Ensure reusable chemicals returned from labs are restocked into the inventory system efficiently and accurately.
Assist with the disposal of outdated chemicals and waste management.
To carry out regular audit of chemical compounds in laboratories.
Interconvert chemical names into structures and vice versa.
Comply with all Environmental, Health and Safety (EHS) rules and regulations.
Perform daily Safety Checks of the Chemical Store storage areas for possible hazards and risks.
Liaise daily with scientific staff and other team members in providing excellent service to our customers.
Perform other reasonable duties to approved standard (e.g GMP/GLP) as requested by the line manager.
Promote the successful partnership between Customer and PerkinElmer support.
Promote an ethos that shows the PerkinElmer values that drives high-quality support and empowers staff to bring variety and challenge to their roles.
To be involved in the training and development of staff and to explore new collaboration opportunities.
To be a role model to their team members, peers and site management
Qualifications/Personal Qualities
BSc/MSc qualification in relevant scientific subject (e.g. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy) or equivalent experience
Minimum of 1 year experience in laboratory environment would be advantageous though not essential
Good understanding of chemical knowledge especially organic chemistry with emphasis in stereochemistry and chemical reactivity.
Strong organisational and computer skills.
Ability to understand customer needs and to deliver exceptional customer service to build valuable long-time relationship with customers and clients.
Ability to understand customer requirements and clear and concise written and spoken communication skills.
Experience in working to SOPs, Risk Assessments and other safety rules and compliance regulations.
Good team-working behaviours, interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to motivate self and inspire others.
Enthusiastic, dependable with a clear attention to detail.
Be a good team worker demonstrating loyalty and commitment to the team.
Physical/Mental Demands
The overall physical exertion of this position requires:
Sit or stand 4-5 hours a day in office areas at provided PC/Laptop
Sit or stand 2-3 hours a day in laboratory area/chemical storage areas
Work around in modern office arenas, undertaking several different tasks
Use of personal protective equipment in laboratory
Working Environment
Job role may be fast paced, and job completion demands may be high
There is the ability to develop your own working practices to enable you and the support you provide to succeed
Job role is highly rewarding and provides an excellent collaboration with world-class science and career development
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
