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Hovione Laboratory Technician in Lisbon, Portugal
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Hovione is an independent family owned international group of companies. From the beginning, we have set ourselves above and apart through our innovative technological and productive capabilities, reaching a top spot in the world market as an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Company dedicated to helping Pharmaceutical Customers bring new and off-patent drugs to market.
Our people are the main asset for our continued success. Reaching over 1950 team members, from 36 different nationalities, that are located across Asia, Europe and North America (Portugal, US, Macao, Ireland, China, Hong Kong, Japan, India, and Switzerland), including 4 production sites.
Working at Hovione means reaching for innovation and excellence in everything we do: for our clients, our partners and, above all, our patients. That is why we are In it for life.
You will be responsible to:
Responsibility over the development, scale-up, registration/validation of drug substance, particle engineering and drug development programs in compliance with legislation and regulatory standards of Quality, HSE and cGMP policies. Oversees the manufacturing process for clinical or commercial supplies of materials in cooperation with areas and supports safety/hazard analysis and other technical support areas as required. Promotes the scientific excellence and innovation in the area and contributes with technical expertise to expand the Intellectual Property, product and technology portfolios.
Follow procedures with clear instructions
Work follows an established pattern, with a requirement to run standard procedures, analysis, reports or tests
Perform and record laboratory experiments and undertake processing activities related to the development and improvement of processes, providing support to the activities of the relevant area of the business
Rigorously, accurately, efficiently and professionally execute and record all analysis activities in accordance with applicable GMP, quality operational standards / procedures and legal regulations and following instructions received from ascending colleagues
Be an advocate for safe operating and high-quality performance, alerting peers and ascending colleagues to any potential risks and suggesting optimizations or improvements
Develop and accumulate laboratory technical expertise
Keep up to date with the latest developments in laboratory methodologies and practices
Provide an example of professionalism and support the induction and training of new colleagues
Carry out laboratory experiments including equipment assembly, material dispensing, execution, recording and cleaning
Take responsibility for all data individually generated and deliver all activities in accordance with Quality and Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) regulations, adhering to all relevant Hovione Operating Procedures and industry standards
Work closely and communicate effectively with the area Scientists and interns (where relevant), as well as other internal areas, following Hovione established processes
Record detailed, legible and accurate checklists, observations, laboratory results and notebooks in accordance with Hovione procedures
Maintain good hygiene and housekeeping within the laboratory
Assure routine calibration of designated laboratory instruments and applicable/corrective maintenance actions, requesting any instrument parts and consumables required by the area
Adhere and support the laboratory schedule in order to achieve an efficient Laboratory operation
Bring any discrepancies, deviations or non-conformance in testing or work practice to the attention of management in accordance with Hovione internal procedures
Propose corrective actions and suggestions for improvements
Assist with audits / investigations as required, following the instruction of management
Follow all annual performance review requirements, including completion of the self-assessment
Undertake any additional tasks commensurate with the role as and when required
Strive for Right First Time and Productivity in all assigned tasks
Organize and define daily priorities within their assigned tasks to accurately and promptly perform the allocated activities to meet the requirements of the periodic laboratory plan and area KPIs
Prepare documentation for laboratory work (e.g. instructions, checklists)
Maintain an open communication with colleagues, identifying and reporting any production, HSE, quality or other issues to management according to the required processes
Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice
We are looking to recruit a Candidate:
Full secondary school qualifications or relevant work experience with comparable setting (mandatory) and vocational qualification in a relevant chemistry, analytical chemistry, electronics, mechatronics, pharmaceutical-related or other science-related field (highly desirable)
Formal knowledge or experience of working with laboratory practices, theory (desire) and techniques
Proven practical experience in laboratory work practice (preferable)
Experience in handling chemicals and understanding of the operations for conducting laboratory experiments involving the use of chemicals (preferable)
Good understanding of GMP regulations (preferable)
Numerical capability for simple arithmetic
Computer literate
Clear and open communication skills (written and verbal)
Competent (written and verbal) English (highly desirable)
Physical capability to perform moderately strenuous physical tasks
Must have the Knowledge, Experience and Skills to conduct their tasks in accordance with the rules and procedures set down
Hovione is a proud Equal Opportunity Employer
Inclusion and diversity are key to us. At Hovione, that means a work environment where differences are valued, and everyone is treated with fairness and respect. We want all our team members worldwide to feel supported, respected, and have the opportunity to achieve their full potential, regardless of their age, gender, religion, disability, sexual orientation or ethnicity.
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Hiring Request Post Information* : Posted Date3 days ago(2025/2/10 13:37)
ID2024-10554
of Openings1
Job LocationsPT-Lisbon
Job FamilyR&D