Hazard Evaluation Technician

Summary of the Hazard Evaluation Technician role

As the Hazard Evaluation Technician, you will be required to deliver high-quality laboratory testing and technical analysis that supports the Hazard Evaluation team in developing safe, scalable, and robust chemical processes for new and existing products. You will also be required to support the Hazard Evaluation group, for processes that may not be supported by the wider department.

Based at our site in Cramlington, you will work a day shift pattern, Monday to Friday.

Your responsibilities

Collaborate with process chemists, analytical chemists and chemical engineers to investigate process safety questions and support continuous improvement.

Analyse, trend and present experimental data, producing clear technical summaries and maintaining accurate electronic laboratory records.

Carry out analytical testing to support Hazard Evaluation activities using appropriate analytical techniques and interpret results to support project decisions.

Carry out lab experiments to facilitate the test programs for Hazard Evaluation assessments of NPI and process improvement projects.

Thermal stability testing (DSC,ARC)

Solids handling testing (MIE, MIT, static chargeability, burning characterisation)

Waste stream assessment (pH, viscosity and micro-reaction calorimetry)

Evaluate tests in accordance with the relevant SOP and record all data in the appropriate ELN.

Ensure all lab instruments are appropriately calibrated and maintained in line with the relevant SOP.

Embodying our company values, which are: be reliable, be caring, be transparent and be willing.

Requirements for the role

Minimum BSc (or equivalent) in Process Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or a related chemical discipline

Previous experience in a chemical laboratory or process development environment

Operate to cGMP

Excellent laboratory and analytical skills

Good communication skills

How you will be rewarded

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package including bonus, pension scheme, private healthcare, Engagement Hub, cycle to work scheme, death in service coverage, on-site health and wellbeing support including medical consultations and physiotherapy, 24/7 employee assistance programme, employee referral scheme, sports and social club as well as opportunity for training and further career development.

Why consider Sterling?

Sterling Pharma Solutions is a global contract development and manufacturing organisation (CDMO) with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). This is complemented by Antibody Drug Conjugate (ADC) research, development and clinical manufacturing services.

We are a fast growing, dynamic business with facilities in the UK, US and Europe, where we employ talented and passionate people who support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.

Our culture and our way of working is what really sets us apart as a business; we aim to deliver an exceptional experience to our customers and our employees. You can expect to be part of a supportive team, all working towards a shared goal: to deliver first-class science and service to our customers every day.

How to apply

If you have the necessary skills and experience to join our team, please apply online. For any queries or should you require any reasonable adjustments to support your application please contact ***email_hidden***

Sterling Pharma Solutions is an equal opportunities employer and positively encourages applications from suitably qualified and eligible candidates regardless of sex, race, disability, age, sexual orientation, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, religion or belief .

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

Be caring. Be transparent . Be willing. Be reliable.