Quality Contol Scientist

Upperton Pharma Solutions; Beeston; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical development company in Beeston is seeking a Quality Control Scientist I/II. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in a GxP laboratory. The role involves operating lab equipment and ensuring compliance with GMP regulations. Benefits include competitive salary, 25 days holiday, life insurance, and free onsite parking.

Benefits

25 days holiday plus your birthday off

Company contributory pension

Life insurance

Private Medical Insurance through Vitality

Training and professional development opportunities

Free onsite parking

Employee events such as Christmas and summer parties

Qualifications

• Experience in a GxP laboratory environment.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, and ICH guidelines.
• Knowledge of safe working practices in a laboratory setting.

Responsibilities

• Undertake practical and written project work under GMP regulations.
• Operate equipment involved in manufacturing and testing materials.
• Manage maintenance and operation of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Pharmaceutical analysis using HPLC

Excellent communication skills

Attention to detail

Time management

Education

Degree in a related scientific/technical discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Quality Control Scientist I/II

Upperton Pharma Solutions is a Nottingham-based CDMO specialising in the development and manufacture of pharmaceutical products. We provide a comprehensive service from early-stage feasibility to GMP clinical manufacture, covering a range of delivery routes including oral (tablets & capsules), nasal, and inhaled.

Due to continued growth and investment, we are expanding our team at our new GMP Manufacturing headquarters in Beeston, Nottingham. We are seeking a QC Scientist to join us during this exciting period of expansion to meet international customer demand and broaden our drug development portfolio.

Main Duties and Responsibilities

• Undertake practical and written project work as directed, using company processes safely to meet batch production requirements.
• Operate equipment involved in manufacturing and testing of materials and products at laboratory and pilot scale.
• Work independently in the QC Laboratory under GMP regulations to test and characterise raw materials and drug products.
• Complete accurate process documentation, including lab books, worksheets, batch records, and project reports.
• Prepare technical documentation such as SOPs, laboratory investigations, and risk assessments.
• Manage maintenance and operation of equipment and undertake general lab maintenance.
• Work within the Upperton Quality System.

Essential Skills and Experience

• Degree or equivalent in a related scientific/technical discipline.
• Experience in a GxP laboratory environment, with practical knowledge of pharmaceutical analysis using HPLC and/or UPLC.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, and ICH guidelines.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) and proficiency in Microsoft Office.
• Ability to handle a diverse workload flexibly.
• Impeccable attention to detail, organisation, time management, and good documentation practices.
• Knowledge of safe working practices in a laboratory setting.

What You Will Get in Return

We offer a competitive salary and a range of benefits including:

• 25 days holiday plus your birthday off
• Company contributory pension
• Life insurance
• Private Medical Insurance through Vitality
• Training and professional development opportunities
• Free onsite parking
• Employee events such as Christmas and summer parties, and charity fundraisers