Laboratory Tech - S1

Additional Locations: United Kingdom-Farnham

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we’ll give you the opportunity to harness all that’s within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we’ll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you’ll be supported in progressing – whatever your ambitions.

Broad Function

The role provides analytical testing support for all pharmaceutical products manufactured at the Farnham site. Following BSC Quality Standards or Pharmacopoeia methods testing will cover raw materials, excipients, components, in-process samples and finished products. Testing will include a high proportion of visual and physical measurements associated with the testing of components. Performs qualitative tests or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard analytical equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation. Responsibilities will also include documenting all work in a compliant manner, participating in OOS investigations, reviewing of analytical results to ensure accuracy and compliance to test methods, preparation of all laboratory documentation.

Principal Responsibilities

1. Ensure that departmental objectives are implemented in line with the overall Quality/Corporate goals.
2. Comply with all safety and GMP requirements within the Laboratory.
3. Plan daily schedule for self and others to meet testing requirements.
4. Train QC Analysts in various analytical and laboratory procedures.
5. Preparation and timely submission of test samples from raw materials, in-process and final product samples to both internal laboratories and to external test houses.
6. Operation of laboratory equipment including daily up-keep and maintenance and assist in trouble-shooting when required.
7. Working to Standard Operating Procedures/WIs, complete the sampling, inspection and analysis of Raw Materials or Components, In-Process and Final Product samples to defined Chemical, Physical and Pharmacopoeia test procedures to support Manufacturing and Development activities.
8. Document all testing activities to current BSC and regulatory standards.
9. Review analytical results to ensure accuracy and compliance to both test methods and registered specifications.
10. Preparation and revision of laboratory protocols, reports, procedures and WIs.
11. Assist in the Innovation and development analytical processes to meet internal and international method validation requirements to support any QC, R&D or Manufacturing activity.
12. Lead OOS/OOT investigations, utilising technical knowledge to identify assignable cause and corrective actions.
13. Lead and participate in investigations for Quality Events, Complaints and review/generation of Change controls.
14. Manage information to support monitoring and evaluation of cGMP compliance including Key Performance Indicators (KPI). Prepare metrics to visualise KPIs.
15. Participate in and facilitate improvement programs within the Laboratory.
16. Participate in multi-functional teams to support project assignments.
17. Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with BSC values.
18. Ensuring that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with BSC values - quality and responsiveness are key.
19. Carry out other reasonable tasks as required by the Line Manager.

The above duties and responsibilities are not an exhaustive list and you may be required to undertake any other reasonable duties compatible with your experience and competencies. This description may be varied from time to time to reflect changing business requirements.

Principal Relationships

• Accountable to – QC Team Lead
• Internal – All levels of employees and management at Farnham site.
• External – Regular contact with non-Farnham Boston Scientific staff and with external visitors and suppliers.

Education and Experience required

• Educated in Science or related discipline.
• Relevant experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• 1-2 years’ experience in an analytical Laboratory is preferable.
• Knowledge of quality systems and experience of working in a regulated environment preferred.
• Good knowledge of GLP/GMP.
• Knowledge and experience in the following analytical techniques: Gas Chromatography and HPLC/UPLC. 
• Understanding and application of COSHH regulations in a chemical industry.

Skills and Attributes required

• Demonstrated advanced computer skills – Microsoft Office preferred.
• Good written and verbal skills.
• Ability to perform precise and constant analysis in support of analytical testing.
• Ability to complete assignments in a timely manner and communicate progress at intervals.
• Ability to analytically evaluate results.
• Self-starter capable of delivering consistent results to a high level.
• Team player and able to interact with colleagues in a constructive and positive manner

Requisition ID: 609920

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most – united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do – as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn’t just business, it’s personal. And if you’re a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!