Senior Analytical Scientist

SRG; Moreton; On-site; GBP 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

SRG in the United Kingdom is seeking an Analytical Scientist to support the Analytical Leadership and Testing (ALT) function within the Regulated Analytical Sciences and Operations (RASO) department. You will perform analytical testing of drug substances, intermediates and finished products in a GMP-regulated environment, collaborating with laboratory leads and scientific teams.

Key activities include planning, executing and troubleshooting GMP-compliant testing; using HPLC, dissolution testing

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry or related field.
• Minimum 3 years in GMP laboratory.
• Experience with HPLC and dissolution testing.
• Experience analyzing oral solid dose pharmaceutical products.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical testing per GMP procedures.
• Perform analyses using HPLC, dissolution testing and related techniques.
• Review, check and approve analytical data.
• Support lab investigations and root cause analysis.
• Contribute to method development, transfer and validation.

Skills

Analytical testing

GMP compliance

Data interpretation

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Chemistry degree

Tools

HPLC

Dissolution testing

Karl Fischer

Job description

This role supports the Analytical Leadership and Testing (ALT) function within the Regulated Analytical Sciences and Operations (RASO) department.

The successful candidate will perform analytical testing of drug substances, intermediates and finished products in a GMP-regulated environment, working closely with laboratory leads and scientific teams.

Key Responsibilities

Analytical & Laboratory Activities

• Plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical testing activities in accordance with GMP procedures.
• Conduct and support analysis using:
• HPLC
• Dissolution Testing
• Other analytical techniques as required
• Review, check and approve analytical data and results.
• Investigate technical issues and support laboratory investigations.
• Participate in analytical method development, transfer and validation activities.
• Ensure all analytical records comply with cGMP requirements and ALCOA+ principles.
• Support internal and external audit readiness activities.
• Identify process improvements and implement solutions.
• Contribute to Lean initiatives and root cause investigations.
• Execute tasks in accordance with regulatory and customer-defined standards.

Customer & Compliance

• Build and maintain strong working relationships with customer stakeholders.
• Ensure all activities align with Synergy's Code of Conduct, Health & Safety, Environmental and Quality standards.
• Collaborate effectively with laboratory leads, compliance teams, EHS and quality functions.

Requirements

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related scientific discipline.

Experience

• Minimum 3 years' experience working within a GMP laboratory environment.
• Strong expertise in HPLC and related analytical techniques.
• Demonstrable experience analysing oral solid dose pharmaceutical products.
• Experience with dissolution testing and Karl Fischer analysis. [Synergy
• Strong customer-focused approach.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a high-performing team.
• Strong problem-solving and risk assessment capabilities.
• Ability to deliver high-quality results whilst maintaining safety and compliance standards.