Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company is seeking an Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist in Maidstone. This role involves overseeing analytical testing, ensuring method compliance, and leading method transfers globally. Candidates must have a degree in a related field and experience in drug product analytics. Offering a salary up to £50,000 with hybrid working arrangements.

Qualifications

• 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.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for analytical testing of commercial OSD products.
• Ensure analytical method robustness, performance, and compliance across manufacturing sites.
• Lead analytical method transfers to multiple global locations.

Skills

Analytical method development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of OSD product lifecycle

Education

Degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related field

Tools

Analytical techniques

Job description

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Maidstone

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Location: Maidstone, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

EU work permit required: Yes

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist
Cheshire
Salary up to £50,000 per annum
Full-time, Permanent
36.5 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 08:00–16:30)
Hybrid working – 3 days on site
My client is hiring an enthusiastic and innovative Analytical Scientist to join their team at a leading pharmaceutical facility in Cheshire. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to high-impact commercial products in a collaborative and dynamic environment.

Key Responsibilities of the Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist:

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

Qualifications & Experience of the Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist:

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