Quality Control Analytical Chemist

Almac Group; Craigavon; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time-Off (Vacation and Sick Days)

Job summary

Almac Group is recruiting for a Quality Control Analytical Chemist to join the Almac Sciences Business Unit at our Craigavon, Northern Ireland site. The role involves performing, monitoring and taking accountability for analytical duties within QC operations to support GMP manufacturing and API release.

You will work with techniques including HPLC, GC, IC, UV, NMR, KF and IR, on day or rotational shifts, with training and long-term career progression in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree-level qualification in Analytical Chemistry or related discipline.
• Laboratory experience in a GMP/GLP environment is required.
• Experience with QC analytical duties and supporting API release processes.

Responsibilities

• Perform, monitor and take accountability for analytical duties in QC operations within Almac GMP manufacturing facilities.
• Provide analytical support for release of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).
• Utilise techniques including HPLC, GC, IC, UV, PSA, NMR, KF and IR.

Skills

Analytical Chemistry

Quality Control

GMP knowledge

HPLC Analysis

Education

Degree in Analytical Chemistry

Job description

Almac Group is a global leader in advancing human health. We provide a range of expert services across the drug development lifecycle to pharmaceutical and biotech companies, supporting them in finding treatments for patients.

Skills and attributes

• Analytical Chemistry
• Quality Control
• Knowledge of GMP
• HPLC Analysis

Description

Quality Control Analytical Chemist

Location: Craigavon, Northern Ireland, UK

Hours: More information below

Business Unit: Almac Sciences

Open To: Internal & External Applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB10984

The Opportunities

We are currently recruiting for talented Analytical Chemists to join our Quality Control team, within the Almac Sciences Business Unit. The vacancies are located at our headquarters in Craigavon, Northern Ireland.

The post holders will be responsible for performing, monitoring, and accepting accountabilities for all assigned analytical duties relating to the QC operations within Almac Sciences GMP Manufacturing facilities.

Analytical support shall primarily be provided for all aspects of the business relating to the release of Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs). Analytical techniques include but are not limited to HPLC, GC, IC, UV, PSA, NMR, KF and IR analysis.

Joining Almac means becoming part of a fast‑paced, growing organisation within a highly regulated industry. We offer a supportive and collaborative working environment, with excellent opportunities for learning, development and long‑term career progression across the Almac Group.

Our approach is simple –we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. More information can be found here; Life at Almac - Almac

Working Pattern

We offer a range of opportunities across both day shifts and rotational shifts, allowing you to select the option that best suits your lifestyle. You will be able to indicate your preference within the application form.

• Day Shifts: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per week, with flexible working hours.
• Rotational Shifts: 42 hours per week, working from 0745 to 2015 and 1945 to 0815. The rota follows a pattern of 4 days on (comprising 2 day shifts and 2 night shifts) followed by 4 days off.

Please note: Our current vacancies within this team are based on rotational shift pattern. However, if you are specifically interested in days-only opportunities, we would still be delighted to receive your application and consider you for any suitable vacancies that may arise.

What you need to be successful

• Degree level qualification in an Analytical Chemistry related discipline. (Higher Level Qualification in relevant discipline, including significant industry experience, may be considered in Lieu of Degree Qualification)
• Laboratory experience
• Previous relevant experience in a GMP/GLP environment

Closing Date: Sunday 22nd November 2026 at 17:00

RECRUITMENT AGENCIES PLEASE NOTE:

Almac will only accept applications from agencies/business partners that have been invited to work on this role by our Talent Acquisition team. Speculative candidate CVs received or submitted directly to Hiring Managers will be considered unsolicited and no fee will be payable. Thank you for your cooperation.

Paid Time-Off for Vacation and Sick Days

Almac Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer