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For companies looking to take a more hands-on approach to recruitment, we offer direct access to our candidate database. This allows you to proactively search for talented individuals who are actively seeking roles in companies and laboratories like yours.

Our database features live candidates registered with LiCa Scientific, all of whom are available for new opportunities. If you identify a candidate whose skills align with your requirements, simply contact your dedicated LiCa Scientific Consultant with their reference number. We will handle the interview process, job offer, and, if applicable, set up temporary candidates on our payroll.

A benefit to clients who prefer to self-source candidates from this page, is we offer a tailored set of Terms of Business that reduces our charges. This is simply passing on time and cost savings from our business, when a client sources directly, to your business and a means by which we can support clients further. 

Found 244 profiles
Cheshire
North West UK
Competitive Salary
This candidate is a highly innovative PhD Senior Scientist and Project Leader with over 18 years of industrial experience within the synthetic chemistry CRO sector. They possess a deep technical mastery of complex organic synthesis, ranging from Hit-to-Lead and Lead Optimisation in drug discovery to the development of agrochemicals, natural products, and diagnostics. Throughout their career, they have demonstrated a consistent ability to design and execute sophisticated synthetic routes, often exceeding 17 steps, while optimizing processes for scales ranging from milligrams to 800g. As a hands-on technical lead, this candidate has spearheaded major technology initiatives in photoredox and flow chemistry, earning industry recognition for innovation. Their expertise extends to advanced analytical support and purification, including high-pressure systems and preparative HPLC. They have a proven track record of managing large-scale laboratory operations, overseeing HSE protocols for groups of over 20 chemists, and implementing Green Chemistry principles to improve process efficiency and environmental impact across the organization. A dedicated mentor and manager, this candidate has successfully led multidisciplinary teams of up to 12 scientists. They take great pride in the professional development of their staff, having progressed individuals from junior roles through to Team Leadership positions. Their leadership style combines rigorous scientific standards with a collaborative approach, ensuring that complex, fast-moving projects are delivered on time and to the highest technical specifications required by global pharmaceutical and biotech clients.
Lancashire
Preston (and commutable)
£35,000
Experienced Quality Control Analyst  Quality Control Analyst with over three years of experience operating within cGMP and cGLP environments. A proven track record in the routine testing of finished products, raw materials, and stability studies. With a technical foundation in both pharmaceutical and specialised manufacturing sectors. 
Willing to Relocate
UK Wide
Competitive - Depending on region
This experienced QC Laboratory Manager has over 13 years of experience in GMP-regulated environments, currently he is a QC Manager and Trainee Qualified Person (QP) managing a team of analysts, scientists, and senior analysts where he’s responsible for factors like budget management, resources, and staff development.
Willing to Relocate
UK
£36,000-£40,000
This PhD qualified Chemist offers combination of doctoral-level organic synthesis expertise and practical, field-based technical experience. As a Technical Service Chemist, they possess hands on experience in on-site analytical equipment servicing, troubleshooting, and delivering client demonstrations. Has held Senior R&D and Regulatory Affairs roles where they managed Horizon 2020 projects and ensured GMP compliance across the pharmaceutical and environmental sectors. Skilled in HPLC, GC, and ICP-OES they are seeking Field or Application Science roles.
Cheshire
Stockport and surrounding
£50,000+
Experienced chemistry leader skilled in synthesis and product development. A strong leader who has managed teams in a client focussed environment, applying their chemistry skills and working in a collaborative environment. Seeking a role in the NPD field, which can be in synthesis or formulation at it's core.
Willing to Relocate
Relocating
Competitive Salary
A PhD-qualified Organic Chemist with over 20 years of experience spanning custom synthesis, API development, and industrial production. They possess a deep technical mastery of multi-step organic synthesis, ranging from high-impact aroma molecules in 20L batches to complex heterocyclic conducting polymers and organometallic complexes. Their career highlights include delivering commercially funded research under the Official Secrets Act and developing super-hydrophobic surfaces using nanotechnology. This candidate is highly proficient in analytical characterization, with hands-on expertise in NMR, GC, and LC-MS to QC standards, alongside a strong background in process optimization and SOP authorship within GLP/GMP environments. With a PGDip in Medicinal Chemistry and an MSc in Polymer Chemistry, they offer a versatile skill set suitable for high-value specialty chemicals, drug discovery support, or advanced materials scale-up.
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