Lyophilisation (Freeze-Drying) Development Scientist

Cardiff (CF14) | £20 per hour | 8:30am - 5pm | Monday to Friday | Temporary (9 months initially)

Introduction

Acorn by Synergie are working with a market-leading life sciences organisation who are seeking an experienced Lyophilisation Development Scientist to join a small team of scientists. This role will act as the most experienced technical contributor, providing hands-on technical leadership within the laboratory, supporting and guiding junior scientists while remaining a fully hands-on individual contributor.

This role is equivalent to a mid-level scientist: expected to work independently, apply sound technical judgement, and support others day to day, but not to act as a principal scientist, people manager, or organisational technical authority.

Key Duties:

• Independently plan and execute lyophilisation experiments at laboratory and pilot scale based on agreed project objectives.
• Develop, adjust and optimise lyophilisation cycles within defined technical and risk boundaries.
• Perform pre- and post-lyophilisation analysis using established techniques (e.g. moisture analysis, thermal analysis).
• Analyse experimental data, draw appropriate conclusions, and recommend next steps within agreed scope.
• Act as the day-to-day technical reference point.
• Provide practical guidance on experimental approach, data quality, and good laboratory practice.
• Review experimental outputs for completeness and quality where appropriate.
• Ensure experimental work is documented clearly and accurately in line with quality system expectations.
• Contribute to technical reports, experimental summaries, and development documentation.
• Work compliantly within applicable quality and regulatory frameworks (e.g. ISO, GMP/GLP aligned environments).

Requirements:

• Solid hands-on experience with lyophilisation / freeze-drying in a development or manufacturing-adjacent environment.
• Experience working independently with limited technical supervision.
• Prior experience supporting or mentoring less experienced scientists in a lab setting.
• Background working within a regulated or quality-controlled environment (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GMP, GLP).
• Degree or equivalent experience in a relevant scientific discipline (e.g. chemistry, biology, biochemistry).

What We Offer:

• £20 per hour.
• Monday to Friday working hours (8:30am - 5pm).
• Temporary contract for 9 months with potential for extension.

Interested?

Apply now with your up-to-date CV.

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