QC Scientist II – Onsite GMP, 4-on/4-off Shift

Catalent; Swindon; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Site performance bonus

Pension scheme (8% match)

Life assurance

Generous holiday entitlement

Job summary

Catalent Swindon is seeking a QC Scientist 2 (FTC) to perform quality control release testing of finished products using diverse analytical techniques, and to support validation studies within a dedicated laboratory setting.

The role requires a degree in a scientific field, HPLC experience, and solid IT skills. You will review junior scientists’ work, prepare stability reports, and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards in a 4-on/4-off shift pattern.

Qualifications

• Degree in a Scientific, Biotech or similar subject.
• Experience with High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC).
• IT literate, including Microsoft Office (Words, Excel, PowerPoint).

Responsibilities

• Perform QC release testing of finished products using a range of analytical techniques.
• Review analytical testing completed by junior scientists.
• Support validation studies by creating test plans and executing testing.
• Prepare stability reports and maintain accurate laboratory documentation.
• Identify and investigate OOS/OOT results and support deviation investigations.
• Ensure testing is completed accurately, on time and in GMP compliance.
• Interpret schedules and prioritise workload effectively.
• Maintain laboratory standards through 5S and stock management; participate in rotas.
• Support audit readiness, training activities, archiving and quality system compliance.
• Train colleagues where required and support team objectives.
• Adhere to EH&S, COSHH, and lab safety requirements.

Skills

MS Office

Education

Degree in Scientific/Biotech subject

Tools

High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC)

Job description

Catalent Swindon is seeking a QC Scientist 2 (FTC) to perform quality control release testing of finished products using diverse analytical techniques, and to support validation studies within a dedicated laboratory setting.

The role requires a degree in a scientific field, HPLC experience, and solid IT skills. You will review junior scientists’ work, prepare stability reports, and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards in a 4-on/4-off shift pattern.