Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical facility in Northampton is hiring an Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist. The role involves ensuring analytical method robustness and overseeing global method transfers. Candidates should have a relevant degree and experience in analytical development. The position offers a salary of up to £50,000 per annum in a hybrid working environment.

Qualifications

• 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.

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.
• Lead analytical method transfers to multiple global locations.

Skills

Analytical method development

Communication skills

Leadership skills

Root cause analysis

Knowledge of cGMP

Education

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

Job description

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Northampton

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Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Job Category: Other

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Posted:

26.08.2025

Expiry Date:

10.10.2025

Job Description:

We are hiring an enthusiastic and innovative Analytical Scientist to join a leading pharmaceutical facility in Northampton. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £50,000 per annum, with 36.5 hours/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 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.