Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist

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

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical firm in Stockport is seeking an Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist to act as the primary contact for analytical testing of drug products. This role offers a salary of up to £50,000 per annum, full-time, with hybrid working arrangements. Candidates should have a degree in Chemistry or a related field, along with experience in analytical development. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a dynamic team within a major pharmaceutical facility.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary contact for analytical testing of commercial products.
• Ensure analytical method compliance across sites.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including QA and QC.

Skills

Analytical method development

Strong communication skills

Leadership skills

Knowledge of SHE principles

Understanding of OSD product life cycle

Education

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

Tools

cGMP guidelines

Root cause analysis tools

Job description

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Analytical Technology Transfer Scientist, Stockport

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Location: Stockport, 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:

• 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.