Laboratory Analyst – Micronised Substances (MSQC)

GlaxoSmithKline; Ware; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the pharmaceutical industry is seeking a Laboratory Analyst for their Ware manufacturing site. The role involves supporting the Quality Control process, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and contributing to the production of safe and efficacious products. Ideal candidates will have strong teamwork and communication skills, with a focus on continuous improvement.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Annual bonus

Training and professional development opportunities

Healthcare and wellbeing programmes

Recognition programmes

Qualifications

• Motivated and experienced in GMP environments.
• Thrives in fast-paced settings.
• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Carry out product testing and analysis.
• Maintain GMP standards and compliance with EHS regulations.
• Collaborate with internal teams and external partners.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement mindset

Education

Minimum 2 A levels or equivalent in relevant subjects

Tools

IT and computer systems

Job description

Site Name:

UK - Hertfordshire - Ware

Posted Date:

May 21 2025

We are looking for a forward-thinking person to join our world-class team to support the Ware manufacturing site’s laboratories. We seek someone who can innovate our processes, work within a team to drive the lab forward, and ensure continued product supply.

This role supports the Micronised Substances Quality Control (MSQC) process.

Job Purpose:

The Laboratory Analyst plays a core role at the site. Responsibilities include carrying out product testing and analysis to support the laboratory team in providing a consistent flow of safe, efficacious, and compliant products. The role requires maintaining GMP standards and compliance with EHS regulations, collaborating with internal teams and external partners to maintain supply, solve problems, and improve processes.

About You:

The ideal candidate is motivated, experienced in GMP environments, and thrives in fast-paced settings. Strong teamwork, communication skills, attention to detail, and a mindset for continuous improvement are essential.

About Ware Manufacturing Site:

The site produces respiratory devices and oral solid doses, employing approximately 1,500 staff. It is pivotal in launching new medicines and manufacturing high-volume respiratory products.

Application Deadline:

Wednesday, 4th June 2025 (COB).

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum 2 A levels or equivalent in relevant subjects
• Experience with IT and computer systems

Preferred Experience:

• Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP)
• Experience testing micronised materials, e.g., Particle Size Distribution

Benefits:

• Competitive salary
• Annual bonus
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Healthcare and wellbeing programmes
• Recognition programmes

More information about our benefits can be found at Life at GSK | GSK.

Why GSK?

GSK is committed to uniting science, technology, and talent to combat disease, impacting billions worldwide. We focus on vaccines, medicines, and innovative platforms in infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/immunology, and oncology. Our success depends on our people, and we strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

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