Analytical Chemist, Quality Control

Pharmaron; Rushden; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Pharmaron is recruiting an Analytical Chemist at its Rushden facility within the Chemistry Quality Control Department. You will apply chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques with trained interpretation of analytical data and generate reports.

After training you will maintain instrumentation, ensure materials supply for QC, and contribute to QA-compliant documentation while supporting the business beyond your role.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or relevant experience.
• Solid grounding in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and as part of a team.
• Conscientious and meticulous in laboratory and written work.
• Good time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines.
• Proven ability to problem solve.
• Willing to get involved with new ideas and initiatives.
• Experience as a practising analyst with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.
• Experience in data evaluation using spreadsheet and statistical tools.
• Appreciation of quality/regulatory standards and quality systems (MHRA).

Responsibilities

• Carry out quality control (QC) analysis of materials manufactured by custom synthesis teams as required.
• Perform QC analysis of materials on stability as required.
• Be able to interpret analytical results and describe and explain them to a wider audience.
• Maintain accurate and clear laboratory records.
• Maintain QC instruments in good working order and report any faults promptly.
• Participate in verification/validation of analytical methods, drafting method verification protocols/reports, and controlled analysis documents.
• Prepare out-of-specification (OOS) and deviation documentation when necessary.
• Participate in the validation/qualification of laboratory equipment as required.
• QC release raw materials from Quarantine for use in GMP manufacture.
• Carry out QC review of analytical data.

Skills

Chromatographic techniques

Spectroscopic techniques

Written and verbal communication

Time management

Teamwork

Problem solving

Data evaluation (spreadsheets & stats)

MHRA regulatory knowledge

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Relevant experience

Job description

Pharmaron is a global CRO helping pharma and biotech companies bring new therapies to life. With over 21,000 employees worldwide across 23 locations in the US, UK and China, we support drug discovery through to manufacturing with fully integrated, high-quality services.

We're proud of the impact we make and just last year, we supported over 780 discovery projects, 1,000+ CMC programmes, and 1,000+ clinical trials across all phases. Our teams are involved in everything from small molecules to biologics and gene therapies, and we work with more than 3,000 global customers. To learn more, visit www.pharmaron.com.

About the Role

Pharmaron is currently looking to recruit an Analytical chemist who is enthusiastic and highly motivated to work at their Rushden facility in the Chemistry Quality Control Department. You will have a sound basic theoretical understanding of a range of analytical techniques primarily chromatographic and spectroscopic.

After a structured period of training the successful candidate will be required to carry out analysis on a diverse range of chemical compounds, generate and provide first line interpretation of the resulting data and preferably be able to defend the interpretation to senior QC analysts and internal Clients. You will be expected to produce analytical reports compliant with Pharmaron QA systems. You will ensure that the instrumentation under your charge is maintained, operationally available, as far as is reasonably practicable at all times, and that there is an adequate supply of materials to meet QC operational requirements. You will have a can-do attitude always looking for ways to support the business outside of your immediate job specification.

Key Responsibilities

• Carry out quality control (QC) analysis of materials manufactured by custom synthesis teams as required


• Perform QC analysis of materials on stability as required


• Be able to interpret analytical results and describe and explain them to a wider audience


• Maintain accurate and clear laboratory records


• Maintain QC instruments in good working order and report any faults promptly


• Participate in verification/validation of analytical methods, drafting method verification protocols/reports, and controlled analysis documents


• Prepare out-of-specification (OOS) and deviation documentation when necessary


• Participate in the validation/qualification of laboratory equipment as required


• QC release raw materials from Quarantine for use in GMP manufacture

Carry out QC review of analytical data

Candidate Profile

• Degree in Chemistry, or relevant experience


• Good theoretical grounding of chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques


• Good written and verbal communication skills


• Ability to work with minimum supervision and as part of a team


• Conscientious and meticulous in laboratory and written work


• Good time management skills and ability to work to tight deadlines


• Proven ability to problem solve


• Willing to get involved with new ideas and initiatives


• Experience as a practising analyst, particularly with chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques.


• Experience in data evaluation using spreadsheet and statistical tools.


• An appreciation of quality/regulatory standards and quality systems - in particular the relationship of the MHRA with the pharmaceutical industry.

Why Pharmaron?

Collaborative Culture: Thrive in our inclusive and collaborative environment, where teamwork and innovation go hand in hand. Here, your voice matters, and your contributions make a real impact. "Employees Number One" and "Clients Centered" are the core cultural values at Pharmaron. Our culture, which sets Pharmaron apart from other organizations, has evolved from our deep commitment to our employees, partners and collaborators.

Pharmaron is a premier service provider for the life sciences industry. Founded in 2004, Pharmaron has invested in its people and facilities and established a broad spectrum of research, development, and manufacturing service capabilities throughout the entire drug discovery, preclinical, and clinical development process across multiple therapeutic modalities, including small molecules, biologics, and CGT products. With over 21,000 employees and operations in the U.S., the U.K. and China. Pharmaron has an excellent track record in delivering R&D solutions to its partners in North America, Europe, Japan, and China.