QC Analyst - Virology

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 QC Analyst (Virology) you'll act as a laboratory operator within the Virology department, providing technical support for in-house processes, and client-sponsored and in-house studies. You'll perform laboratory development, validation and testing procedures in accordance with the relevant protocols, study plans and standard operating procedures (SOPs). You'll also assist the managers in scheduling the department workload, ensuring the laboratory areas are adequately resourced, and that all work is performed in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). Key Accountabilities; * Perform laboratory work and data analysis in a timely manner and to a high standard, and in accordance with all relevant procedures, Study Plans and SOPs. * Ensure all duties are carried out in accordance with GLP/GMP, as appropriate, 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 duties in accordance with the requirements of GMP. * Ensure that all department laboratories are compliant with the relevant cleaning, housekeeping and general procedural SOPs. * Provide regular updates to Study Directors/Scientists/Department Managers regarding the status of ongoing projects and studies, including any deviations, non-conformances and out of specifications immediately. * Assist Study Directors/Scientists/Department Managers in any investigation and/or corrective and preventative actions (CAPAs) processes as required and provide technical laboratory support in conducting investigations and troubleshooting where appropriate. Qualifications To be successful in this role, you'll have a Scientific background and will be educated to degree level in a relevant discipline including practical laboratory modules (e.g. BSc Hons in a biological science), or a relevant number of years laboratory experience. Ideally, you will have a minimum of 2 years laboratory experience, including experience in cell culture. In addition to the above you'll also need to demonstrate the following; * Ability to develop high level of technical competence * Good communication skills, verbal and written * Ability to work under pressure, to tight timelines The following attributes would be desirable, but not essential; * Writing and word-processing skills. * Ability to understand customer needs. * Experience in virology, particularly virus culture and assay * Experience of working in a GLP/GMP environment Additional Information As QC Analyst, 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: QC Analyst * Job Type: Permanent * Hours: 35 per week (7-day shift pattern and/or weekend work is likely to be required during busy times) * 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 including practical laboratory modules (e.g. BSc Hons in a biological science), or a relevant number of years laboratory experience. Ideally, you will have a minimum of 2 years laboratory experience, including experience in cell culture. In addition to the above you'll also need to demonstrate the following; Ability to develop high level of technical competence Good communication skills, verbal and written Ability to work under pressure, to tight timelines The following attributes would be desirable, but not essential; Writing and word-processing skills. Ability to understand customer needs. Experience in virology, particularly virus culture and assay Experience of working in a GLP/GMP environment Responsibilities: As a QC Analys