Scientist, Research Scientist, Clinical Research

** Te tūnga | The role
** We are seeking a skilled Scientist for a one-year fixed-term, full-time position based at our forensic laboratories at the Kenepuru Science Centre in Pōneke, Wellington. This role involves conducting chemical and physical analyses of pharmaceutical and pharmaceutical-like samples, drawing on your expertise in method development and validation. Experience in or understanding of microbiological analyses is beneficial but not essential to this  addition to laboratory work, you will contribute to a range of supporting tasks including:
Administrative duties Given the bespoke nature of our work, we’re looking for flexible individuals who excel in one-off project work, demonstrate strong problem-solving and troubleshooting skills, and can work efficiently across a range of simultaneous tasks. To be successful in this role, you will have the following: ndergraduate degree or qualification in chemistry / biochemistry / pharmacology / toxicology or related discipline;

or appropriate qualification coupled with extensive postgraduate sector experience.
5+years relevant pharmaceutical laboratory experience Relevant experience in a GMP environment Relevant experience in an ISO/IEC 17025 accredited laboratory Excellent written and oral communication skills Computer skills required e.g. MS Office, Chromeleon, Lab Solutions Salary starts at gross $89,387 and with multiple years of experience can be up to $96,634/annum
** PHF Science's Pharmaceutical Programme
** provides independent analytical services to clients from a range of sectors including local manufacturers and importers, biotechnology companies, and government clients. We perform chemical, physical, and microbiological testing of medicines, cosmetics, natural health and other pharmaceutical-like products, and we provide a secure, dedicated Stability Facility for product stability storage and testing of expiration dates. We are the primary provider of therapeutic product testing for the  as part of its role in the continuous monitoring of the safety of medicines on the New Zealand market.

If you would like to request a full position description, please get in touch with recruitment lick apply to submit your application. Please ensure you upload a cover letter and CV, outlining your interest and relevant skills for this opportunity. At PHF Science, the health, safety, and wellbeing of our people is our highest priority. Depending on the role and exposure risks, mandatory vaccinations may include Tetanus, Typhoid, Meningococcal, Hepatitis A and Hepatitis B, and Polio.

In some roles you may need to confirm your vaccination status in accordance with health and safety advice before you commence employment. Participation in PHF Science’s vaccination programme is a condition of employment for new staff. We choose to share this information early in our hiring process so candidates can make an informed choice and are happy to discuss further at interview stage if you have any questions.
* PHF Science is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity and inclusion. Your unique talents and experience will help us deliver exceptional services to New Zealand. We look forward to your application.
** If you don't meet every requirement in this position description, please don't exclude yourself. Studies indicate that women and other individuals from under-represented groups often only apply when they satisfy all the criteria. We focus on recruiting individuals who share our core values of Mahi Rangatira (Our quality counts), Mahi tahi (our team spirit), Mahi Auaha (we push boundaries), Mahi Pono (we do the right thing).

If these values resonate with you, we encourage you to submit your application.
* We are New Zealand’s Crown Research Institute specialising in science for communities.
We use world-leading science to safeguard our health, keep our communities safer, protect our food-based economy, and improve the health of our water and natural environment.
Keeping people safe and healthy through science is our focus and our staff bring a wealth of different experience and backgrounds to deliver this expertise.
If you have the skills, initiative and commitment for protecting people through science, we’d like to hear from you.
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