QC Analyst — Analytical Chemistry Specialist

Sanofi Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 36,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi Waterford is seeking a QC Analyst on a fixed-term, full-time basis to support analytical chemistry operations at the Waterford site. You will provide analytical services, interact cross-functionally for batch releases, maintain methods and SOPs, and assist with training while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a degree in science (chemistry/biochemistry), post-graduate studies, and 2+ years in a quality laboratory with HPLC/Empower experience.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science (Chemistry or Biochemistry preferred).
• Post-graduated studies to augment degree.
• Operational experience in quality laboratories in a fast-moving manufacturing environment.
• Detailed knowledge of quality management systems, pharmaceutical manufacturing operations, cGLP, pharmacopoeial methods and stability.
• Understanding of relevant quality/compliance regulations.
• Ability to manage projects to plan/budget.

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical chemistry services and support to the Site.
• Interact with other departments on raw materials, intermediates and finished batch releases.
• Maintain, update and issue chemical methods, specifications and SOPs in compliance with pharmacopoeial and regulatory requirements.
• Assist with training of analysts in areas of expertise and new methods, SOPs and updates.
• Trend results, record on COAs and complete OOS investigations timely.
• Ensure QC testing and equipment meet current validation requirements (IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Audit and review chemistry test results and ensure compliance with cGLP.

Skills

HPLC/Empower experience

Education

Degree in Chemistry or Biochemistry

Post-graduate studies

Tools

Empower software

Job description

Sanofi Waterford is seeking a QC Analyst on a fixed-term, full-time basis to support analytical chemistry operations at the Waterford site. You will provide analytical services, interact cross-functionally for batch releases, maintain methods and SOPs, and assist with training while ensuring regulatory compliance.

The role requires a degree in science (chemistry/biochemistry), post-graduate studies, and 2+ years in a quality laboratory with HPLC/Empower experience.