Analytical Scientist - Stability Testing

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group; Prenton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free on-site parking

Full benefits package

Job summary

NMS Recruit Ltd t/a Russell Taylor Group is recruiting for an Analytical Scientist to join a leading pharmaceutical testing organisation on the Wirral. The role covers routine and stability testing of finished products in a GMP environment, with opportunities for development and progression.

You will perform HPLC, dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV analyses, review data, and contribute to audits and continuous improvement while working 35 hours per week with flexible hours.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical testing laboratory, finished/solid-dose products preferred.
• Essential experience with HPLC; Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV desirable; GMP environment experience.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and stability testing of finished products.
• Analyze samples and ensure accuracy per quality/regulatory standards.
• Support technology transfers, analytical development, and validation activities.

Skills

HPLC

Dissolution

Karl Fischer

UV

GMP

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry

Tools

ELN/LIMS

Job description

Analytical Scientist - Stability Testing

Permanent | Monday to Friday | Flexible Hours

Wirral

Our client is a leading pharmaceutical testing organisation, currently looking for Analytical Scientists to join their team on the Wirral.

The role would suit candidates ranging from recent Graduates through to experienced Scientists, depending on your level of laboratory and pharmaceutical testing experience.

The Role

You will be responsible for routine, non-routine and stability testing of finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring accurate results in line with quality and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Analytical testing using HPLC, Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV.
• Supporting stability testing and QC sample analysis.
• Supporting technology transfers, analytical development and validation activities.
• Reviewing analytical data and supporting OOS investigations.
• Troubleshooting analytical and instrumentation issues.
• Completing laboratory documentation and working with ELN/LIMS systems.
• Supporting audits, method revisions and continuous improvement activities.
• Liaising with colleagues and client representatives to ensure testing is delivered effectively.

About You

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or relevant laboratory experience.
• Previous experience within a pharmaceutical testing laboratory, ideally involving finished or solid-dose products.
• Practical experience with HPLC is essential, with Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV highly desirable.
• Experience working within a GMP environment.
• Good understanding of analytical data, laboratory documentation and GMP requirements.
• Strong attention to detail, communication skills and the ability to work both independently and as part of a team.

What's on Offer?

• Permanent position, Monday to Friday, 35 hours per week.
• Flexible working hours.
• Free on-site parking.
• Full benefits package and opportunities for career development.

Please note: visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

If you have pharmaceutical analytical testing experience and are looking for your next opportunity within a GMP environment, we’d be interested in hearing from you.