Analytical Chemist

JR United Kingdom; Leicester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading CDMO in the UK is seeking an Analytical Chemist to join their R&D team. This role involves conducting analytical testing on pharmaceutical products in a GMP-compliant environment. The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have hands-on lab experience, particularly in HPLC. You will contribute to product innovation and safety standards while supporting high-quality data output. Join a dynamic team focused on next-generation therapies.

Qualifications

• Industry experience in pharmaceutical product testing is ideal.
• Hands-on lab experience required.
• Solid knowledge of HPLC is essential.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing on pharmaceutical products.
• Support the design of testing protocols.
• Prepare laboratory and quality incident reports.

Skills

HPLC

Biochemistry

Chemistry

GMP knowledge

Statistical methods

Education

Degree in a relevant scientific discipline

Tools

GC

MS

UPLC

UV

Job description

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Are you passionate about science and want to make a tangible impact on global health?

Looking for your next position as an Analytical Chemist?

We're recruiting on behalf of a leading CDMO that develops and manufactures life-saving drug-device combination products. Their UK site is expanding, and we are looking for additional Analytical Scientists with a background in pharmaceutical testing (or freshly graduated) to join their dynamic team.

The Opportunity

This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of an R&D team developing next-generation therapies. You’ll work in a GMP-compliant environment, contributing to analytical testing, method development, and product innovation, all while ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct analytical testing on pharmaceutical products, ensuring compliance with GMP standards.
• Support the design of testing protocols to drive robust, high-quality data output.
• Prepare laboratory and quality incident reports as needed.
• Represent the lab in internal and external meetings, including with regulatory bodies.
• Uphold a strong “safety-first” culture and report incidents appropriately.
• Complete CAPA (Corrective and Preventative Actions) within defined timelines.

Your Profile:

• Ideal: Industry experience in pharmaceutical product testing
• Degree-qualified in a relevant scientific discipline with hands-on lab experience (Biochemistry or Chemistry)
• Solid knowledge of HPLC is essential; experience with GC, MS, UPLC, or UV is advantageous.
• Good understanding of GMP, GLP, and method development principles.
• Comfortable with statistical methods and experimental design.

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