Chemistry Lab & Pilot Plant Assistant

We are seeking a dynamic hands-on assistant to help our small, expert team conduct experiments and produce samples and materials in our chemistry laboratory and also on our newly commissioned Pilot Plant manufacturing line.
On the job training will be provided but you must be familiar with working accurately and efficiently in a chemistry lab environment.
CytaCoat is developing technologies that have the potential to transform multiple medical device areas. The organic chemistry based CytaCoat anti-microbial coating process can be adapted for devices used in many different indications, where prevention of bacterial colonization, bio-film formation and infection prevention can have a huge beneficial impact for patients, practitioners and health care costs.
This new Chemistry Lab & Pilot Plant Assistant role will report to our R&D Director and is based in Solna, in the northern part of Stockholm, on the old Karolinska Hospital site in spacious, dedicated facilities.
Main tasks:
· Conduct hands-on experimental work to produce reliable and precise data to support our R&D and Pilot Plant activities.
· Accurately perform and record experiments and test runs as directed. Full training will be provided.
· Carry out new and repeat tasks accurately and following strict methodologies
· Construct, maintain and operate standard chemistry laboratory equipment.
· Keep equipment in a clean and serviceable condition and ensure the safe removal of waste.
· Record, and as directed, interpret, results to present to senior colleagues.
· Ensure the laboratory is well-stocked and resourced and that everything is clearly and correctly labelled.
· Keep up to date with technical developments, especially those which can save time and improve reliability.
· Follow and ensure strict safety procedures and safety checks.
CANDIDATE SPECIFICATION:
· Must be educated in Chemistry, preferably to degree level. Knowledge of analytical methods and techniques would be advantageous.
· Previous experience working in a laboratory in a small, entrepreneurial environment is desirable.
· Experience working on scaling up processes and procedures from lab to pilot plant scale would be an advantage but is not essential.
· An understanding of how R&D supports medical device Quality Management Systems and Regulatory requirements would be advantageous.
· Fluency in written and spoken English. We are an international team and English is our primary language.
Critical Competencies for Success
· Understanding of chemistry and safe, effective handling of chemicals, following simple protocols and methods.
· The ability to learn specific, practical techniques and apply this knowledge to solve technical problems.
· The ability to use technical equipment with accuracy.
· The ability to maintain and calibrate technical equipment.
· Time management skills to work on several different experiments at once.
· Flexibility in order to work with and provide support to a number of people.
· Experience in writing technical reports and a pride in accuracy and attention to detail.
Personal Characteristics
· High Integrity.
· Analytical mind-set, detail oriented, motivated by accuracy and a job well done.
· Proactive, extrovert and good at building relationships.
· Ambitious, energetic, hungry to succeed and able to work as a team player.
· Good social skills.

Please apply by sending your current CV to info@cytacoat.se

CytaCoat is an equal opportunities employer.