Analytical Scientist

SLS Services Limited; Stone Cross; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global pharma company seeks an Analytical Scientist to join their Materials Characterisation Team. The role involves analysing various pharmaceutical materials using advanced techniques like HPLC and ICP-MS, driving high-quality laboratory work. Candidates should possess a degree in Chemistry and hands-on analytical experience to thrive in a collaborative and detail-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related field required.
• Hands-on experience in an analytical lab (industry or academic).
• Solid grasp of chromatographic/spectroscopic methods is essential.

Responsibilities

• Analyse the chemical composition and impurities of pharmaceutical materials.
• Use advanced techniques for quantitative analysis and dissolution testing.
• Design and execute stability studies while troubleshooting instrumentation.

Skills

Chromatographic methods

Spectroscopic methods

Attention to detail

Independence

Scientific rigor

Clear communication

Collaborative mindset

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

HPLC

ICP-MS

UV

Job description

A leading global pharma company is seeking an Analytical Scientist to join their Materials Characterisation Team within a cutting-edge analytical technologies group. This is your chance to work on a wide variety of pharmaceutical materials, applying analytical methods to drive innovation in medicine.

What You'll Do:

• Analyse the chemical composition and impurities of APIs, excipients, drug products, and packaging

• Use advanced techniques including HPLC, ICP-MS, and UV to perform quantitative analysis and dissolution testing

• Design and execute stability studies and troubleshoot instrumentation

• Document findings with clarity and present insights to key stakeholders

• Drive high-quality, GLP-compliant laboratory work

What You'll Bring:

• Degree in Chemistry or related field

• Hands-on experience in an analytical lab (industry or academic)

• Solid grasp of chromatographic/spectroscopic methods (HPLC, ICP-MS, UV)

• Strong attention to detail, independence, and scientific rigor

• Clear communication and a collaborative, proactive mindset