For 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.

JOB SUMMARY

We are seeking a Scientific Associate for our Safety Assessment Group located in Elphinstone, Tranent.

The following are responsibilities related to the Scientific Associate position:

• Use UPLC with MS detection for quantification of compounds in liquid matrices
• Carry out experiments in support of method validation and subsequent routine samples generated within GLP and/or GCP regulatory studies
• Required to follow written instructions (SOPs, protocols, analytical procedures) and document details of steps carried out to ensure compliance through recreation of events
• Performing technical laboratory activities in support of client studies or procedures.
• Performing analysis of data for quality and completeness and determines if results are as expected.
• Recording data in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements.

The following are minimum qualifications related to the Scientific Associate position:

• A BSc in a Scientific related discipline.
• Experience using complex software packages would be advantageous.
• A working knowledge of sample preparation and chromatographic techniques would be advantageous.
• Good problem solving skills and be able to work to tight deadlines and record data accurately.
• The ability to communicate effectively.

What you can expect from us:

• A clear career progression
• World Class Training and a structured progression scheme
• Competitive salary
• Private Health Care
• Subsidised electric car scheme open to all employees
• Pension scheme including 8% employer contribution
• Personal life insurance equivalent to 6 times your annual salary
• Employee discount scheme – discounts across hundreds of retailers!
• Paid opportunity to volunteer for one day each year
• Free onsite fitness suite and fitness lessons
• Discounted staff canteen
• Free onsite parking

Salary for this role is £27,163.48 per annum. Closing date for applications is Monday 1st September, 2025.

• Use UPLC with MS detection for quantification of compounds in liquid matrices
• Carry out experiments in support of method validation and subsequent routine samples generated within GLP and/or GCP regulatory studies
• Required to follow written instructions (SOPs, protocols, analytical procedures) and document details of steps carried out to ensure compliance through recreation of events
• Performing technical laboratory activities in support of client studies or procedures.
• Performing analysis of data for quality and completeness and determines if results are as expected.
• Recording data in compliance with company and regulatory policies and standards to meet quality and accuracy requirements