Senior Analyst

Kenton Black; Alderley Edge; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A fast-growing international pharmaceutical CDMO is seeking a Senior Analytical Chemist to join their cutting-edge UK facility. You will support global pharma and biotech clients in drug substance development, working on both early and late-stage projects. The position offers a competitive salary, flexible working options, and the chance to work in a state-of-the-art facility at a leading UK science park.

Benefits

Pension

Health & life insurance

25 days holiday

Enhanced family leave

Flexible working options

Qualifications

• 3+ years' industrial experience in analytical chemistry.
• Experience supporting API and process development.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to and lead various non-GMP and GMP analytical projects.
• Develop, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods (LC, GC).
• Ensure timely, high-quality data delivery across projects.

Skills

Proficiency in LC

Proficiency in GC

Strong scientific skills

Problem-solving skills

Knowledge of GMP standards

Tools

Empower 3

UNIFI

LIMS

Job description

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Job Title: Senior Analytical Chemist
Location: Alderley Park, Cheshire
Type: Permanent
Salary: £35,000 – £45,000 (DOE – Higher Salary available for more experienced individuals)

The Opportunity

Join a fast-growing international pharmaceutical CDMO at a cutting-edge UK facility as a senior analytical chemist.

As an Analytical Chemist you will be supporting global pharma and biotech clients in drug substance development for small complex molecules.

You'll be part of a multidisciplinary team working on both early and late-stage API / Drug substance projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to and lead various non-GMP and GMP analytical projects
• Develop, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods (LC, GC)
• Support analytical instrumentation and release testing in a GMP environment
• Collaborate with process chemistry teams and contribute analytical expertise
• Ensure timely, high-quality data delivery across projects

Requirements

• 3+ years' industrial experience in analytical chemistry
• Proficiency in LC, GC, and complementary techniques (e.g. NMR, MS, IR, XRD)
• Strong scientific and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of GMP standards
• Experience supporting API and process development
• Familiarity with Empower 3, UNIFI, and LIMS

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits (pension, health & life insurance, 25 days holiday, enhanced family leave)
• Flexible working options
• Work in a state-of-the-art facility at a leading UK science park

Right to work in the UK is required.

How to Apply

Send your CV and a short cover note outlining your interest in the role.