QC Team Leader: Lead Analysts to Elevate GMP & Quality

Argenta; Dundee; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Argenta in Dundee is seeking a QC Team Leader to guide a team of analysts and ensure testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products to the highest GMP standards. You will drive CAPA, change control, and method validation activities, while mentoring staff and promoting continuous improvement.

The role requires a strong chemistry background, leadership experience, and a practical knowledge of chromatography and analytical methods.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Science (Chemistry; Pharmacy; Biology) or equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of leading and developing a team of QC analysts.
• Strong knowledge of GMP and Global Pharmaceutical Regulations.
• Expertise in chemistry, laboratory techniques, and chromatography systems/software.
• Proficiency in analytical method development, transfer, and technical documentation (e.g., SOPs, reports).
• Excellent communication, conflict resolution, and resource management skills.

Responsibilities

• Champion Health and Safety by adhering to policies, reporting incidents, identifying risks, and promoting a strong safety culture.
• Support the Head of QC in cultivating a culture of quality, compliance, and continuous improvement (GMP, GLP, Data Integrity, Housekeeping).
• Provide leadership and technical guidance to analysts, including training, coaching, development, mentorship, and ongoing performance management.
• Oversees the QC analysts' day-to-day operations.
• Ensure timely review and approval of QC testing across raw materials, in-process, finished products, stability, and validation samples.
• Oversee the closure of CAPAs, incidents, change controls, audits, SOPs, and method updates.
• Manage laboratory systems and processes to maintain efficiency and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in client and project meetings, ensuring seamless process management and timely invoicing.
• Maintain accurate planning and scheduling, including 12-week visibility and timely completion of PQRs.
• Ensure effective stability sample management and documentation.
• Drive adherence to SOPs, GMP standards, and company policies.
• Deliver on-site KPIs across Customer Service, Stability, HSE, Quality, and Financial metrics.
• Provide timely client feedback and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency.
• Promote team development through coaching, training, and encouraging adaptability.

Skills

Team leadership

GMP knowledge

Data integrity

Analytical skills

Excel

Communication

Education

BSc in Chemistry / Pharmacy / Biology

Tools

Chromatography software

Job description

Argenta in Dundee is seeking a QC Team Leader to guide a team of analysts and ensure testing of raw materials, in-process and finished products to the highest GMP standards. You will drive CAPA, change control, and method validation activities, while mentoring staff and promoting continuous improvement.

The role requires a strong chemistry background, leadership experience, and a practical knowledge of chromatography and analytical methods.