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n the Analytical Development and Documentation department, we are now hiring in a permanent position a Lead Scientist with primary expertise in analytical chemistry and/or analytical radiochemistry. Expert competence within liquid and/or gas chromatography techniques is essential. The Analytical Development and Documentation department is within the Global Product Management (GPM) function in Integrated Supply Chain (ISC), Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx). The Analytical Development and Documentation department has specialist competence in the analytical techniques GC/GC-MS, HPLC/HPLC-MS, ICP/ICP-MS, NMR, spectroscopy (IR, NIR, UV/VIS), and general analytical chemistry with laboratories located in Oslo, Norway. The department currently consists of 27 experienced analytical scientists. The primary objective of the department is to establish specifications and develop and validate analytical methods for new diagnostic imaging products and substances, support life cycle management of current product portfolio, technology transfer of methods and general support to all PDx sites.

The new Lead scientist will play an essential role in providing expert support to our molecular imaging (MI) supply chain with special focus on support and problem solving related to quality control and analytical chemistry/radiochemistry challenges for our radiopharmaceutical imaging products. The role will collaborate closely with the Global competence center MI team within GPM which is primarily located in Eindhoven, Netherlands.

GE HealthCare Pharmaceutical Diagnostics (PDx) provides contrast agents and molecular imaging products across the imaging modalities X-Ray, MRI, Ultrasound, SPECT and PET. Key care areas are neurology, oncology, and cardiology.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Provide analytical chemistry expert support to our molecular imaging (MI) supply chain, including participation in and leading technology transfer of analytical methods to contract manufacturing organizations (CMO).

• First point of contact for problem solving related to quality control and analytical chemistry/radiochemistry challenges for our radiopharmaceutical imaging products, including e.g. an expanding portfolio of PET imaging radiopharmaceuticals.

• Plan and lead investigations in close collaboration with the requestors and other experts within the MI competence center, establish change controls, perform and coordinate required experimental work, and review/write/update required documentation, all in accordance with the GMP regulations. Examples of relevant documentation are analytical methods, validation and study protocols and reports, guidelines, and regulatory documents.

• Other relevant responsibilities depending on previous experience and competence.

Required Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry/Radiochemistry or similar qualifications, with in-depth knowledge and hands on experience of using chromatography techniques (HPLC and GC). Additional experience with radiochemical analysis and other analytical techniques is beneficial. Experienced BSc candidates with relevant competence will be considered.

• Strong experience in analytical method development and validation, and good understanding of the regulatory requirements.

• Experienced with current Good Manufacturing Practice requirements.

• Strong English communication skills.

• Work systematically and rapidly learn new tasks.

• Analyze data and produce workable solutions to a range of problems and demonstrated problem-solving skills.

• Focus on customer needs and set high standards for quality.

• Manage time effectively in a high-pressure environment.

• Work independently and as part of a team with strong interpersonal skills and ability to build networks across teams.

• Collaborate with internal and external partners.

• Listen, consult others and communicate proactively.

Desired Characteristics

• Experience with any of the other analytical techniques available in our laboratories.

• Experience from working in a GMP or accredited laboratory.

• Experience with product development and/or QC of pharmaceutical products.

• Knowledge about establishment and justification of pharmaceutical product specifications.

• Basic working proficiency in the local language where located, i.e. Norwegian or Dutch.

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