WHO WE ARE

Nanopharm, an Aptar Pharma Company, is a world leading specialist contract research and development organization offering product development services for orally inhaled and nasal drug products (OINDPs).

Nanopharm operates a fee-for-service model, helping its clients navigate the scientific, technical and regulatory challenges in developing nasal and respiratory drug products from discovery through to clinical investigations (‘IND’). Its service offerings provide the most efficient path to success for its clients by providing an integrated product development service covering:

• Advanced materials characterization
• Analytical method development
• Formulation development and testing
• Inhaled biopharmaceutics

These early phase services aid successful product development by understanding how material properties and processing conditions influence product functionality and therefore reduce risks and expedite drug development timelines. Nanopharm’s proprietary technology and analytical platforms for advanced materials characterization, formulation & device development and in-silico modelling of in vivo behaviour, have provided Nanopharm a technical competitive edge, helping it become an international market leader. For more information visit: www.nanopharm.co.uk

EDUCATION & QUALIFICATION

o A first degree in a science, pharmacy or relevant disciple 2.1 or above could be advantageous but not essential

EXPERIENCE

o Previous experience of working in a lab-based environment (can be previous work or academic experience)

SKILLS

o Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
o Takes ownership for own personal development.

EXPERIENCE:

o Previous experience of working in a lab based environment (can be previous work or academic experience)
o Awareness of regulatory requirements e.g. Control of Substances Hazardous to Health (COSHH), Good Laboratory Practice (GLP)
o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Confident working in a team and using own initiative.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure.
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times.
o Takes ownership for own personal development.
Ability to travel: occasional travel for training, inter-site support and customer/3rd party assistance. Travel to split site may also be required for training purposes.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

o Detail orientated person and highly organised.
o Positive and curious attitude to own growth and development.
o Proven flexibility in adjusting to a rapidly evolving workload and remaining calm under pressure
o Displays adherence to and promotion of the company values at all times

o Responsible for cleaning and replenishing all glassware.
o Organising and conducting replenishment of consumables, solvents, and Personal Protective Equipment (PPE).
o Organisation and storage of all chemical substances according to safety instructions, updating stock list and replenishing where needed.
o Ensuring that generated waste is properly disposed of and managed (proper designation of waste e.g., chlorinated and non-chlorinated).
o Conduct equipment calibration and planned preventative maintenance (PPM).
o Organising and conducting daily checks and verifications on critical equipment’s functionality (balances, humidity chambers, fridges/freezers, etc.)
o Completing relevant laboratory logbooks and making sure they are filled in correctly.
o Booking of samples, chemicals, columns and reference standards.
o Work diligently with all chemicals and solutions, ensuring correct storage and handling.
o Support the Laboratory Supervisor with the replacement/upgrade of laboratory equipment where required.
o Practice safe work habits, including complying with all safety, health, and environmental rules and regulations.