Pharma Material Scientist — GMP Analytics & Lab Innovation

Eurofins; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins PSS is recruiting a Material Scientist to provide on-site support at the Wirral facility. The role is a fully employed position by Eurofins PSS, with a 6-month maternity cover contract, 35 hours per week, on-site between 07:00–19:00.

You will analyse pharmaceutical raw materials, drug substances and finished products, delivering accurate results within agreed timelines while supporting development activities and equipment introductions.

Qualifications

• A degree in Pharmacy, Pharmaceutical Science, Materials Science, Chemical Engineering or Chemistry with strong chemistry knowledge.
• Experience in pharmaceutical analysis within a development laboratory or equivalent.
• Experience using traditional analytical techniques and modern instrumental equipment (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, Dissolution, UV).
• Solid understanding of GMP requirements and ability to coach others in compliant practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to present technical information clearly.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine physical and analytical testing to support investigational studies.
• Manage receipt, storage, dispensing and disposal of development samples.
• Support new equipment implementation across the area.
• Contribute to projects by sharing data interpretations within timelines.
• Show initiative, work independently, solve analytical challenges and drive improvements.

Skills

Strong communication

Presentation skills

Problem solving

Adaptability

Education

Chemistry/Pharmacy/Pharma-related degree

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer

Dissolution testing

UV spectroscopy

Job description

Eurofins PSS is recruiting a Material Scientist to provide on-site support at the Wirral facility. The role is a fully employed position by Eurofins PSS, with a 6-month maternity cover contract, 35 hours per week, on-site between 07:00–19:00.

You will analyse pharmaceutical raw materials, drug substances and finished products, delivering accurate results within agreed timelines while supporting development activities and equipment introductions.