Lab assistant – pharmaceutical

Role Overview

The Laboratory Assistant will support the design, execution, and documentation of research projects, formulation development, and analytical testing. Working closely with the R&D Manager and wider teams, the role is critical in ensuring the successful development, testing, and handover of products to production.

Key Responsibilities Support the research and development of new pharmaceutical and animal health products Assist with formulation development and enhancement of existing products Compile complete R&D project files to facilitate handover to production Prepare laboratory samples for testing and trials Conduct finished product testing (e.g. p H, viscosity, and related analyses) Compile Certificates of Conformance (Co Cs) for finished products Maintain accurate laboratory documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (Co As) for raw materials Operate laboratory equipment such as FTIR, viscometers, and related instruments Ensure compliance with safety pro...