Job Description & Requirements

We are looking for Research Technician to join our OneSource Team on customer site in Stevenage.

The successful candidate will have responsibility for:

Management of the Chemical Stores and its associated databases
Procurement of chemicals to align with GSK requirements of cost and quality
Management of Chemical entities at GSK Stevenage R&D campus
Using expertise to offer advice to chemistry groups with focus on cost and environmental effectiveness

Job Responsibilities:

Operational

Assist with the management of the Chemical inventory database (ICARUS).
Assist scientists in sourcing and purchasing chemicals from GSK preferred suppliers according to specifications, comparing prices and lead times.
Receive, check, and register commercial chemicals into GSK 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Assist with the disposal of outdated chemicals and waste management.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.
Perform some basic Process Chemistry/Chemical Engineering unit operations
Updating Safety Data Sheet (SDS) in 3E Protect SDS Management System

Requirements:

BSc/MSc qualification in relevant scientific subject (e.g. Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy) or equivalent experience
2 years’ experience in laboratory environment
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:

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