Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Leeds; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical facility is seeking an enthusiastic Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist in Leeds. The role offers up to £50,000 per annum with hybrid working. Responsibilities include overseeing analytical testing, method transfers, and collaboration across teams. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry or related fields and relevant experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in drug product analytical development within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of analytical method development, optimisation, and transfer.
• Familiarity with a broad range of analytical techniques.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for analytical testing of commercial Oral Solid Dose (OSD) products.
• Ensure analytical method robustness and compliance across manufacturing sites.
• Lead analytical method transfers to global locations.

Skills

Analytical method development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Education

Degree, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related field

Tools

Root cause analysis tools

Job description

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Leeds, West Yorkshire

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Location: Leeds, West Yorkshire, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

Job Views:

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist to join a leading pharmaceutical facility in Cheshire. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £50,000 per annum, with 36.5 hours per week (Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:30) and hybrid working (3 days on site).

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary contact for analytical testing of commercial Oral Solid Dose (OSD) products.
• Ensure analytical method robustness, performance, and compliance across manufacturing sites and CMOs.
• Lead analytical method transfers to multiple global locations (international travel may be required).
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA, QC, Regulatory Affairs, and Manufacturing.
• Support market access projects and major product changes.
• Potential involvement in hands-on analytical activities.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree, Master’s, or PhD in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Proven experience in drug product analytical development within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Strong knowledge of analytical method development, optimisation, and transfer.
• Understanding of OSD, Inhalation, and Parenteral product life cycles.
• Familiarity with a broad range of analytical techniques and root cause analysis tools.
• Solid grasp of SHE principles and cGMP.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Desirable: Experience in CMC functions and Lean methodologies.