Molecular Biology Technical Writer

Company Description SGS is the global leader and innovator in inspection, verification, testing and certification services. Founded in 1878, SGS is recognized as the global benchmark in quality and integrity. Trusted all over the world, SGS is a market leader because we put 100% passion, pride and innovation into everything we do. We encourage new ideas. We welcome people who challenge the way we do things. And we will be 100% committed to helping you reach your full potential. At SGS, we have an open corporate and international culture, we offer a dynamic work environment in a leading global company. Our high professional standards and our sustainability approach guarantee you a future-oriented work environment. We invest in our employees for the long term and we are committed to supporting your development within the company. Job Description As a Technical Writer (Molecular Biology) you'll be responsible for preparing technical GLP/GMP compliant reports for client studies in accordance with study timelines. You'll prepare, review and update laboratory development, validation and testing procedures in accordance with the relevant protocols, study plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs). You'll assist the managers in the analysis and interpretation of assay trending and preparation of Trending Evaluation reports (TERs). You'll also assist managers in monitoring the status of deviations, Investigations, CC and CAPAs, and in the review and co-ordination of staff training. Key Accountabilities; * Provide regular updates to Department Managers regarding the status of ongoing projects and studies, in terms of report timelines, preparation, QA audit status and finalisation. * Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with GLP/GMP, and ensure all work is performed in accordance with relevant health and safety procedures and that all risk assessments relevant to the work being performed (COSHH, GMO etc) are read and understood prior to undertaking work. Perform all relevant Quality Control checks in accordance with the requirements of GMP. * Assist managers and/or SD/Sc/Rs in any investigation and/or corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) processes as required and provide technical laboratory support in conducting investigations and troubleshooting. * To write biological and GMO risk assessments in a timely manner and take responsibility for directing the correct storage locations of the Test Items. Qualifications To be successful in this role, you'll have a Scientific background and will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g. BSc Hons in a biological science). Alternative equivalent level of expertise may be appropriate. You'll have laboratory skills relevant to Molecular Biology, you'll have technical experience in a relevant field, which will include technical writing, data analysis and interpretation. In addition to the above you'll also need to demonstrate the following; * Good communication skills, verbal and written * Ability to work under pressure, to tight timelines * Writing and word-processing skills The following attributes would be desirable, but not essential; * Experience of working in a GLP/GMP environment, or equivalent * Ability to understand customer needs. * Previous experience of managing scientific projects or studies Additional Information As Technical Writer, you'll receive a competitive salary based on experience, plus you'll benefit from a 10% performance bonus, retail discount scheme, private health cover after 1 years' service, a contributory pension scheme and life cover. * Job Title: Molecular Biology Technical Writer * Job Type: Permanent * Hours: 35 per week * Job Location: Glasgow APPLY NOW for full consideration, you can be sure that your application will be treated confidentially and impartially, and you will always receive an update within 10 business days. Qualifications: To be successful in this role, you'll have a Scientific background and will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline (e.g. BSc Hons in a biological science). Alternative equivalent level of expertise may be appropriate. You'll have laboratory skills relevant to Molecular Biology, you'll have technical experience in a relevant field, which will include technical writing, data analysis and interpretation. In addition to the above you'll also need to demonstrate the following; Good communication skills, verbal and written Ability to work under pressure, to tight timelines Writing and word-processing skills The following attributes would be desirable, but not essential; Experience of working in a GLP/GMP environment, or equivalent Ability to understand customer needs. Previous experience of managing scientific projects or studies Responsibilities: As a Technical Writer (Molecular Biology) you'll be responsible for preparing technical GLP/GMP compliant reports for client studies in accordance with study timelines. You'll prepare, review and update laboratory developm