Quality Control Analyst (QC Analyst)

Proclinical; England; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Proclinical is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join a busy analytical laboratory in a GMP-regulated environment, performing routine and stability testing of pharmaceutical products. You will conduct analytical testing using HPLC, Karl Fischer, and dissolution, calibrate instrumentation, review data, and communicate results to QA, Production and other stakeholders while upholding GMP/GLP standards.

A strong attention to detail and the ability to work both independently and in a team are

Qualifications

• Minimum scientific qualification (A-Level, HNC or equivalent).
• Experience in industry or academia lab environment.
• GMP/GLP awareness and quality-focused approach.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and stability testing of pharmaceutical products.
• Conduct analytical testing using HPLC, Karl Fischer, dissolution and related methods.
• Support investigations, deviations, and non-routine testing.
• Calibrate and maintain analytical instrumentation.
• Review and verify analytical data and reports.
• Prepare technical reports for QA, Production and stakeholders.
• Maintain GMP, GLP, safety and documentation standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Independent work

Team collaboration

Education

A-Levels or equivalent

HNC or equivalent

Tools

HPLC

Karl Fischer

Dissolution testing

Job description

Join a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation and play a key role in ensuring the quality and release of medicines supplied to patients worldwide.

Proclinical is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to join a busy analytical laboratory team performing routine and stability testing of pharmaceutical products. Working within a GMP-regulated environment, you'll conduct analytical testing, support investigations, maintain laboratory equipment, and help ensure products meet the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and stability testing of pharmaceutical products.
• Conduct analytical testing using techniques including HPLC, Karl Fischer, dissolution, and other physical and chemical methods.
• Support OOS investigations, deviations, and non-routine testing activities.
• Calibrate and maintain analytical instrumentation.
• Review and verify analytical data and results.
• Prepare technical reports and communicate results to QA, Production, and other stakeholders.
• Maintain GMP, GLP, safety, and documentation standards.

Requirements

• Scientific qualification (minimum A-Level, HNC, or equivalent).
• Previous laboratory experience in industry or academia.
• Genuine interest in chemistry and laboratory-based work.
• Understanding of GMP, GLP, and quality-focused working practices.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow SOPs accurately.
• Excellent communication and organisational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.

Desirable Experience

• Pharmaceutical, biotechnology, QC, QA, R&D, or development environments.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC or other analytical techniques.
• Stability testing and analytical investigations.

Important:

This site manufactures antibiotic products. Applicants must not have a penicillin allergy and will be required to disclose any relevant medical conditions during the application process.