Crystallisation DataFactory Technician
Applications are invited for a Technician position at the CMAC medicines manufacturing research centre (www.cmac.ac.uk), in supporting the generation of crystallisation data for the training and validation of physics informed neural network population balance models. The CMAC centre comprises a multidisciplinary team of academics and researchers. The centre provides a platform for collaborative research, training, and knowledge exchange in advanced pharmaceutical manufacturing with a vibrant programme of basic and applied research that spans advanced processing of active ingredients and formulated systems, process analysis, modelling, monitoring, and control and product analysis, testing, and characterisation. CMAC is a multicultural, diverse, supportive, and inclusive research environment, and we welcome applications from all sections of the community. We offer agile working options in agreement with managers to meet the needs of the post and personal circumstances to support personal physical and mental well-being, as well as any caring responsibilities.
As part of our programme, we have an exciting opportunity to work on a cutting-edge project developing and demonstrating the feasibility of pre-trained physics informed neural network population balance models. The project is led by Dr Cameron Brown and is funded by the EPSRC along with project partners: UCB Pharma, Pfizer, Siemens, and Cambridge Crystallographic Data Centre. The project start date is 1st September 2024.
As a Technician, you will assist in the delivery of the research activities as part of a team under the guidance of senior colleagues. You will undertake and record the outcomes of experiments, including initial analysis and processing of the results. You will manage and prioritise your own workload and ensure that all activities are completed to deadlines and you will record the results in accordance with data management standards. Successful candidates will be expected to utilise specialist experimental equipment associated with pharmaceutical crystallisation. Prior knowledge in this area is valuable but it is anticipated that a period of intensive training will be provided. The ability to keep accurate records through our existing electronic lab notebook system and follow best practice laboratory and reporting procedures will be essential. Along with other co-workers, there will be a requirement to liaise with research staff and students and support general laboratory activities.
To be considered for the role, you will be educated to a minimum of a HND level qualification and a degree would be desirable. Relevant industrial experience, particularly in a chemical manufacturing environment would be notable. Excellent organisational, communication and interpersonal skills will be essential. Under the supervision of the principal investigator, candidates will be able to proactively follow instructions. The role will involve working in a chemical laboratory environment and there will be a responsibility to work to industry standards of safety.
Informal enquiries about the post can be directed to Dr Cameron Brown, Principal Investigator (cameron.brown.100@strath.ac.uk).
Formal interviews for this post will be held in July 2024.