Scientific Administrator

Job Description
Are You Ready to Make an Impact at RSSL?
Join Our Mission to Transform Lives Through Science, Innovation and Collaboration
At Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL), we lead the way in scientific analysis, research, consultancy, and training. We provide services to the food, pharmaceutical, and consumer goods industries, as well as our parent company, Mondelez International.
We are not just dedicated to delivering world-class scientific solutions and outstanding customer service, we are recognised for it. We were named Best Performing Professional Services Company of the Year (2025) at the One Nucleus Awards and CRO of the Year at the 2023 OBN awards. We were also finalists for multiple recent awards recognising our commitment to skills and rising talent.
Purpose:
In RSSL we are customer focused, science led and results driven. The RSSL Stability laboratory performs a wide range of ICH storage and stability studies for a variety of pharmaceutical and healthcare companies and supports Mondelez research and innovation.
In this role you will take responsibility for the administration of the stability programme, you will also contribute by performing a range of administrative and housekeeping tasks and performing a range of simple routine activities to support effective completion of projects and meet the customer's contractual agreements.
Primary Accountabilities / Responsibilities:
Technical

• Provide high quality customer service at all times by ensuring effective organisation of assigned workload, integrity of data generated and timely/accurate provision of results.
• To administer stability trials in a GMP-compliant manner by carrying out the initial stability trial setup and scheduling subsequent pulls on time and overseeing the daily maintenance of the stability cabinets.
• To assist in the sub aliquoting samples for both internal and external customers and with sample receipt into the laboratory as required.
• Assist with rountine checks/calibrations as required . Be competent in the use of generic and specific software packages required for the role including LIMS system and Q-Pulse Perform Lab admin and housekeeping duties as directed Will be expected to work in different laboratories if the demand is required

Communication & Influence

• Liaise with both internal and external clients as required to represent RSSL in a professional manner at all times.

QEHS

• Work to the highest standards of safety and quality by ensuring that appropriate COSHHs, risk assessments and SOPs are understood and followed.
• Assist in the control of all client documentation as required, ensuring that only the most current versions are supplied to analysts.
• Prepare storage only protocols and external CoAs for review
• To complete assigned quality actions on a timely manner
• To maintain a clean, tidy and safe working environment.
• To understand and work to the requirements of GMP.
• Ensure training records are accurate.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Language Requirements:

• Educated to A / HNC level in a relevant scientific discipline
• Accountable, honest, hardworking and able to work efficiently in a team
• Flexible and adaptable to meet customer/business requirements.
• Meticulous attention to detail and an ability to follow written instructions.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Self motivated, enthusiastic and quick to learn.
• Well organized and capable of working on multiple activities concurrently.
• Computer literate in standard MS office applications
• Scientific understanding of stability chambers and the laboratory whilst working in a regulated environment
• English fluency (written and spoken)

More about this role
In return for your commitment, drive and enthusiasm, we offer an attractive benefits package within a highly successful international business that offers financial rewards and resources, including:

• Opportunities to learn and develop
• Performance Related Bonus scheme
• Contributory pension (between 8% to 11% employer contribution)
• Life assurance
• 27 days holiday allowance (possibility to buy 5 extra days) + bank holidays
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• A flexible benefits programme (Gym discounts, private health insurance, restaurant discounts, etc).

No Relocation support available
Business Unit Summary
Reading Scientific Services Ltd (RSSL) is a cutting-edge contract research organisation (CRO), providing research, analysis and consultancy to the food, consumer goods and life science sectors. Whether we are creating new products, validating medicines or solving investigations, we take pride in being a leader in our field, serving clients from across 70 countries. Enriched by our parent company, Mondelēz International, our team are committed to transforming lives through science, innovation and collaboration.
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RSSL is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, sexual orientation or preference, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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Job Type
Regular
Scientific Administration
Science & Engineering