QC Analyst

Catalent Company; Dartford; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical insurance

Pension scheme 10%

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

LinkedIn Learning access

On-site canteen facilities

Employee Resource Groups

Job summary

Catalent Micron Technologies Dartford facility focuses on particle size reduction and analytical testing for the pharmaceutical sector, including handling potent compounds. The QC Analyst role involves conducting analytical tests with HPLC, FTIR/Raman and DSC, supporting method development and validation, and ensuring cGMP compliance to support batch release.

You will contribute to technology transfer projects, maintain thorough documentation, and assist in method implementation while working

Qualifications

• Degree in a Scientific, Biotechnology, or related discipline, or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience using HPLC and Empower software would be highly advantageous.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of analytical laboratory techniques and cGMP environments.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing including particle size analysis, HPLC, FTIR/Raman, DSC, and pharmacopoeial testing.
• Support method development, validation, optimisation, and troubleshooting activities.
• Participate in technology transfer projects and method implementation.
• Complete testing accurately and efficiently in line with cGMP requirements.
• Maintain clear, accurate, and compliant laboratory documentation.
• Prepare and maintain analytical test methods and procedures.
• Conduct environmental monitoring and microbiological testing as required.
• Review QC data and prepare analytical reports to support batch release activities.

Skills

Attention to detail

Documentation

Prioritisation

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Science degree or related discipline

Tools

Empower software

HPLC

Job description

Position Summary

Catalent Micron Technologies Dartford facility specializes in particle size reduction technologies and integrated analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. It is equipped with advanced systems to handle highly potent and cytotoxic compounds in commercial volumes as well, and provide leading analytical services associated with particle size engineering and material characterization testing from early stage development to commercialization.

We have an opportunity for a QC Analyst to join our team. In this role, you will perform analytical testing using advanced techniques such as HPLC, FTIR/Raman, and DSC. You will support method development, validation, and troubleshooting while ensuring compliance with cGMP standards. This position offers the chance to contribute to technology transfer projects and analytical reporting that supports batch release activities.

Location: Dartford, UK

100% Onsite

Shift: Early: 06:00 – 14:00 (Monday–Friday) Late: 13:30 – 22:00 (Monday–Thursday), 13:30 – 19:00 (Friday) Night: 21:00 – 07:00 (Monday–Wednesday), 21:00 – 06:30 (Thursday)

The Role

Perform analytical testing including particle size analysis, HPLC, FTIR/Raman, DSC, and pharmacopoeial testing.

Support method development, validation, optimisation, and troubleshooting activities.

Participate in technology transfer projects and method implementation.

Complete testing accurately and efficiently in line with cGMP requirements.

Maintain clear, accurate, and compliant laboratory documentation.

Prepare and maintain analytical test methods and procedures.

Conduct environmental monitoring and microbiological testing as required.

Review QC data and prepare analytical reports to support batch release activities.

The Candidate Minimum Requirements

• Degree in a Scientific, Biotechnology, or related discipline, or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience using HPLC and Empower software would be highly advantageous.
• Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Office applications such as Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of analytical laboratory techniques and cGMP environments.

Preferred Skills & Background

• Excellent attention to detail with strong documentation skills.
• Ability to manage priorities and work effectively within a fast-paced laboratory setting.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across functions.

Why You Should Join Catalent

Catalent Micron Technologies Dartford facility specializes in particle size reduction technologies and integrated analytical services for the pharmaceutical industry. It is equipped with advanced systems to handle highly potent and cytotoxic compounds in commercial volumes as well, and provide leading analytical services associated with particle size engineering and material characterization testing from early stage development to commercialization.

• Competitive Salary – Reflecting your experience and skills.
• Bonus & Benefits – Includes a site performance bonus, a pension scheme matching up to 10% and life assurance.
• Enjoy BUPA private medical insurance, dental cover, generous holiday entitlement.
• Career Development – Access high-quality training, mentoring, and cross-functional opportunities within Catalent’s global network.
• Benefit from a subscription to LinkedIn Learning, providing access to 10,000+ online courses.
• Health & Wellbeing – Includes an employee assistance programme, on-site canteen facilities, and an active safety and “Patient First” culture.
• Join Employee Resource Groups that foster a diverse and inclusive workplace.
• Plus, participate in charitable activities.
• Excellent Location – Just a few minutes’ drive from the Dartford crossing with onsite parking.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life‑saving and life‑enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work. Visit Catalent Careers to explore career opportunities.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate based on any characteristic protected by local law. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [e-mail]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life‑cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life‑enhancing and life‑saving treatments for patients annually.