R&D Assistant (1 Year Contract)
About this position
The R&D Assistant position is a 1-year contract role focused on supporting technical aspects of assigned projects, ensuring compliance with standards and timelines, and contributing to product development activities.
Responsibilities
• Ensure technical aspects of the assigned projects are carried out as per the agreed timings and standards, with any issues or risks clearly highlighted to line manager in a timely manner.
• Specific function / project work is likely to include:
• Preparing lab samples for testing
• Organising and completing product stability studies
• Evaluating new raw materials
• Co-ordinating raw material and supplier information
• Ensuring adequate supply of materials to keep in timelines for development activities
• Manage release of samples for consumer and clinical tests
• Keeping accurate records and communicating results
• Assisting in developing prototype formulations / products
• Supporting pilot scale-up and attending industrial trial manufacturing
• Assisting in developing new concepts and claims to contribute to the respective pipeline
• Contributing to team and continuous improvement initiatives
• Develop and maintain strong working relationships with key stakeholders including Regulatory, Clinical, Medical, Packaging and SSG
• Prepare relevant product specifications and internal documentation and ensure approved prior to full production start-up
• Compile and circulate technical reports throughout the product development process.
• Ensure all assigned development activity conforms to legislative, health & safety and environmental requirements.
• Ensure all individual work adheres to RB Global Quality Manuals and relevant legislative / regulatory requirements, including medical device quality management system.
Requirements
• Good degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Relevant experience within product development role within OTC or FMCG
• Pilot plant / Industrialisation experience is an advantage
• Good motivational, interpersonal, presentation and communication skills.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyse data and solve complex technical problems.
*** Must be able to work at Wellgrow Industrial Estate***