Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical facility is seeking an enthusiastic Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist in Sheffield. This role offers a competitive salary of up to £50,000 per annum and a hybrid working model. Responsibilities include leading analytical testing for Oral Solid Dose products, ensuring compliance, and collaborating across teams. The ideal candidate will have relevant qualifications and experience in analytical development.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in drug product analytical development within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques.
• Desirable: Experience in CMC functions and Lean methodologies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Analytical method development

Knowledge of cGMP

Strong communication

Leadership skills

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Master’s or PhD in relevant field

Tools

Root cause analysis tools

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Sheffield, South Yorkshire

Location: Sheffield, South Yorkshire, 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:

We are seeking an enthusiastic and innovative Analytical Scientist to join a leading pharmaceutical facility in Cheshire. This full-time, permanent role offers a salary up to £50,000 per annum, with a 36.5-hour workweek (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 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.