QC Analyst, GMP

ROYAL SOCIETY OF CHEMISTRY; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Talentmark is recruiting a QC Analyst to join a growing bioscience organisation operating within a GMP-regulated environment near Peterborough. You will perform analytical testing of plant-derived molecules using HPLC and GC-MS, prepare solutions, maintain GMP-compliant documentation, and support internal audits.

Collaboration with QA, Production, and cross-functional teams is essential. The ideal candidate holds a chemistry degree or equivalent lab experience, has GMP exposure, and is

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience in a regulated lab, ideally GMP.
• Familiarity with HPLC and GC-MS analytics.
• COSHH, safety and PPE practices knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of plant-derived molecules per SOPs.
• Prepare working solutions, mobile phases, standards and reagents.
• Maintain GMP-compliant documentation and data integrity.
• Calibrate and verify GC-MS and HPLC-UV systems.
• Manage laboratory stock to support testing activities.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections.
• Collaborate with QA, Production and cross-functional teams.

Skills

Analytical testing

Chromatography (HPLC/GC-MS)

GMP awareness

Education

Degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC-MS

Job description

QC Analyst, GMP

Location: Near Peterborough, Cambridgeshire

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £30,000 - £33,000

Talentmark is recruiting for a QC Analyst to join a growing bioscience organisation operating within a GMP-regulated environment. This is an excellent opportunity for an analytical scientist with experience in chromatographic techniques to play a key role in quality control testing, supporting the manufacture and processing of high-quality, plant-derived active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform analytical testing of plant-derived molecules in accordance with approved SOPs.
• Prepare working solutions, mobile phases, standards, and laboratory reagents.
• Maintain accurate GMP-compliant documentation and ensure data integrity requirements are met.
• Carry out routine maintenance, calibration, and verification of laboratory instrumentation, including GC-MS and HPLC-UV systems.
• Manage laboratory stock levels and consumables to support uninterrupted testing activities.
• Support internal audits and regulatory inspections where required.
• Collaborate closely with QA, Production, and other cross-functional teams.

Your Background:

• Degree-qualified in Chemistry or a related scientific discipline, or possess equivalent laboratory experience.
• Experience working within a regulated laboratory environment, ideally GMP.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as HPLC and/or GC-MS.
• Experience in microbiological testing or ICH stability - advantageous
• Strong understanding of laboratory safety practices, including COSHH, risk assessments, and PPE requirements.

What's on Offer?

• Opportunity to join an innovative bioscience organisation with ambitious growth plans.
• Collaborative and fast-paced working environment.
• Work within a modern GMP-regulated laboratory environment.
• Exposure to cutting-edge products and technologies.

If you're a motivated analytical scientist looking to further your career within quality control and GMP manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.