Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

JR United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 42,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Manchester is seeking an Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist to join their team. The role includes acting as the primary contact for analytical testing of commercial products and leading method transfers. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, with proven experience in the pharmaceutical industry. This is a full-time position with a hybrid working model, offering a salary of up to £50,000 per annum.

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 multiple global locations.

Skills

Analytical method development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Root cause analysis

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Job description

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Manchester

Location: Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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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:

• 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.