Job Introduction

Thanks for checking out our vacancy, we’re delighted you want to learn more about Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC.

Dechra are a growing, global specialist within the world of veterinary pharmaceuticals. Our expertise is in the development, manufacture, marketing and sales of high quality products exclusively for veterinarians worldwide.

Here at Dechra, our values are embedded within our culture and thrive within our family of almost 2000 colleague globally. From manufacturing to marketing, (D)edication, (E)njoyment, (C)ourage, (H)onesty, (R)elationships and (A)mbition are at the heart of our everyday operations and the way we do business

Role Responsibility

The Challenge 

So, what will you be doing? This role has a broad and varied remit and the successful candidate will have responsibility for duties including:

• Development of veterinary vaccines 
• Development and validation of molecular methods (PCR, virus titration, immunoassays)
• Formulation development and stability testing of vaccines
• Planning and participating in safety and efficacy testing for veterinary vaccines
• Preparation of standard operating procedures (SOP) 
• Collaboration with manufacturing and Technology transfer department on scale-up and transfer of new products 
• Collaboration with Regulatory affairs department on preparation of the registration dossiers 
• Active cooperation with other departments in the company 
• Knowledge of regulatory legislation for veterinary medicinal products;

The Ideal Candidate

About You

Here at Dechra we pride ourselves on being an inclusive employer and we embrace candidates from all walks of life. We’re particularly keen to hear from those who have/are:

• University degree in veterinary medicine, pharmaceutics, biology, chemistry, biotechnology or related life sciences
• Lab experience
• Experience in vaccines, molecular methods and/or GMP are an advantage
• Fluency in written and oral English
• Proficient computer and technical writing skills
• Team worker
• Creative
• Well organized
• Self-motivated and able to meet deadlines
• Willing to learn continuously

Behavior and Values

(D) Dedication - Committed to delivering excellence 

(E) Enjoyment – Having enthusiasm for everything we do

(C) Courage – Being prepared to leap into the unknown 

(H) Honesty – Having integrity and trusting those around you

(R) Relationships – Working together to reach our goals 

(A) Ambition – Striving to be the best

About the Company

About Your Application

All applications received are reviewed by our internal talent acquisition team and we will get in touch if your skills and experience match what we’re looking for. Should you not hear back from us within 28 days please don’t be too disappointed – we may keep your CV on our database for any future vacancies which may be suitable and we encourage you to keep an eye on our careers site. For any questions or queries, please contact us at recruituk@dechra.com

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