Lyophilisation (Freeze-Drying) Development ScientistCardiff (CF14) 20 per hour 8:30am - 5pm Monday to Friday Temporary (9 months initially)IntroductionAcorn by Synergie are working with a market-leading life sciences organisation who are seeking an experienced Lyophilisation Development Scientist to join a small team of scientists. This role will act as the most experienced technical contributor, providing hands-on technical leadership within the laboratory, supporting and guiding junior scientists while remaining a fully hands-on individual contributor.This role is equivalent to a mid-level scientist: expected to work independently, apply sound technical judgement, and support others day to day, but not to act as a principal scientist, people manager, or organisational technical authority.Key Duties:Independently plan and execute lyophilisation experiments at laboratory and pilot scale based on agreed project objectives.Develop, adjust and optimise lyophilisation cycles within defined technical and risk boundaries.Perform pre- and post-lyophilisation analysis using established techniques (e.g. moisture analysis, thermal analysis).Analyse experimental data, draw appropriate conclusions, and recommend next steps within agreed scope.Act as the day-to-day technical reference point.Provide practical guidance on experimental approach, data quality, and good laboratory practice.Review experimental outputs for completeness and quality where appropriate.Ensure experimental work is do