Lyophilisation (Freeze‑Drying) Development Scientist
Cardiff (CF14) ‑ £20 per hour ‑ 8:30am – 5pm ‑ Monday to Friday ‑ Temporary (9 months initially)
Introduction
Acorn by Synergie are working with a market‑leading life sciences organisation who are seeking an experienced Lyophilisation Development Scientist to join a small team of scientists. This role will act as the most experienced technical contributor, providing hands‑on technical leadership within the laboratory, supporting and guiding junior scientists while remaining a fully hands‑on individual contributor. The role is equivalent to a mid‑level scientist: expected to work independently, apply sound technical judgement, and support others day to day, but not to act as a principal scientist, people manager, or organisational technical authority.
Key Duties
- Independently plan and execute lyophilisation experiments at laboratory and pilot scale based on agreed project objectives.
- Develop, adjust and optimise lyophilisation cycles within defined technical and risk boundaries.
- Perform pre‑ and post‑lyophilisation analysis using established techniques (e.g. moisture analysis, thermal analysis).
- Analyse experimental data, draw appropriate conclusions, and recommend next steps within agreed scope.
- Act as the day‑to‑day technical reference point.
- Provide practical guidance on experimental approach, data quality, and good laboratory practice.
- Review experimental outputs for completeness and quality where appropriate.
- Ensure experimental work is documented clearly and accurately in line with quality system expectations.
- Contribute to technical reports, experimental summaries, and development documentation.
- Work compliantly within applicable quality and regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO, GMP/GLP aligned environments).
Requirements
- Solid hands‑on experience with lyophilisation / freeze‑drying in a development or manufacturing‑adjacent environment.
- Experience working independently with limited technical supervision.
- Prior experience supporting or mentoring less experienced scientists in a lab setting.
- Background working within a regulated or quality‑controlled environment (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GMP, GLP).
- Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, biology, biochemistry).
What We Offer
- £20 per hour.
- Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am – 5pm).
- Temporary contract for 9 months with potential for extension.
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