Quality Control Analyst

Kelly; Church Stretton; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Life Sciences organisation is seeking a Quality Control Analyst in Church Stretton. This role involves analytical testing, method validation, and ensuring product safety. Join a dynamic team and contribute to projects aiming to improve quality of life. The position offers a great opportunity for professional growth and development in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Work with cutting-edge instrumentation

Gain exposure to advanced methodologies

Collaborate with experts

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.
• Previous experience in a QC or analytical laboratory setting.
• Familiarity with analytical techniques such as ICP, GC-MS, HPLC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine and non-routine analytical testing on raw materials and products.
• Manage product release and stock control.
• Participate in project and new method development.

Skills

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Education

Degree in Chemistry or related field

Tools

GC-MS

HPLC

ICP

Job description

Quality Control Analyst / Church Stretton, Shropshire / c£15 per hour

We are currently recruiting for a Quality Control Analyst to join our client, a leading Life Sciences organisation based in Church Stretton.

As a Quality Control Analyst, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the quality and safety of products. Your focus will be on supporting project work related to new test method development and validation. Additionally, you will conduct analytical testing of raw materials and final products, prepare release documentation, and label finished products.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and final products using established methods.
• Test products using chemical tests.
• Manage product release and stock control.
• Participate in project and new method development work.
• Maintain and calibrate analytical equipment.
• Prepare samples and stock solutions.
• Maintain accurate and detailed records of all testing activities, results, and observations.

Ideal Candidate

• Enthusiastic, self-motivated individual capable of working independently and within a professional team.
• Degree or equivalent in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.
• Strong attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and a proactive approach.
• Previous experience in a QC or analytical laboratory setting.
• Experience with analytical techniques such as ICP, Microwave digestion, GC-MS, HPLC, or particle size analysis.

This role is an 18-month temporary contract, working 37.5 hours per week from 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday.

Why Join Our Client?

• Work with cutting-edge instrumentation.
• Gain exposure to advanced methodologies and expand your skills.
• Collaborate with experts passionate about excellence.
• Contribute to a mission that aims to improve quality of life.

Location: Birmingham

As an Equal Opportunities employer, we welcome applications from all qualified persons regardless of race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation, or age.