Analytical R&D Scientist – API Analysis & Innovation

Veranova, L.P; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

Pension contributions

Health benefits

25 days leave

Cycle2Work

Job summary

Veranova is seeking a Scientist - Analytical Research and Development to conduct R&D activities under the direction of project or technical leads in Edinburgh. The role focuses on developing and qualifying analytical methods for APIs, with emphasis on HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, FTIR and UV-Vis techniques.

You will work within a quality framework, generate technical reports, support transfers to QC, and help drive robust analytical workflows that meet safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• BSc/MSc or MChem in a chemistry related subject.
• Minimum of 3 years of industry experience in relevant areas with defined expertise.
• Proficiency with analytical techniques within an industry environment and ability to lead key technical areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop, qualify and validate robust analytical procedures for raw materials, intermediates and final products.
• Provide analytical support for Production and Quality investigations.
• Carry out troubleshooting to solve analytical instrumentation problems.
• Maintain accurate, legible records and generate development reports and SOPs.
• Transfer analytical methods to QC and external sites as needed.
• Work within the Veranova Quality System and adhere to safety and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical methods

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer

FTIR

UV-Vis

Education

BSc/MSc or MChem in chemistry

Tools

MS Office

ChemDraw / technical software

Job description

Veranova is seeking a Scientist - Analytical Research and Development to conduct R&D activities under the direction of project or technical leads in Edinburgh. The role focuses on developing and qualifying analytical methods for APIs, with emphasis on HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, FTIR and UV-Vis techniques.

You will work within a quality framework, generate technical reports, support transfers to QC, and help drive robust analytical workflows that meet safety and regulatory standards.