Senior Raw Materials QC Analyst — Pharma Testing

Ocular Therapeutix; Bedford; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. is seeking a QC Senior Analyst – Raw Materials to ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards while testing raw materials using HPLC, GC, PSD, XRPD, and related techniques. You will review data, lead investigations, and contribute to method transfers and SOP development.

The role requires 5+ years in a GMP QC lab, a Chemistry-related degree, and strong analytical skills. The position involves collaboration with QA, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain in a dynamic

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of GMP-regulated QC laboratory experience focused on raw materials.
• Proficiency with HPLC, GC, PSD, XRPD and related analytical techniques.
• Strong understanding of USP/NF, EP, JP pharmacopeial standards.
• Familiarity with LIMS, Empower, and laboratory software systems.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex analytical testing of raw materials using HPLC, GC, PSD, XRPD and other techniques.
• Review and approve test data for accuracy and regulatory compliance.
• Lead investigations (OOS, OOT, Deviations) related to raw material testing.
• Author and revise SOPs, test methods, and validation protocols.
• Support method transfers, verifications, and validations.
• Collaborate with QA, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain.
• Coordinate external testing with contract labs and manage samples.
• Support and qualify raw materials through appropriate programs.
• Train and mentor junior analysts and participate in audits.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation

Regulatory standards knowledge

LIMS/Empower familiarity

Analytical thinking

Written and verbal communication

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/related

Tools

HPLC

GC

PSD

XRPD

LIMS

Empower

Job description

Ocular Therapeutix, Inc. is seeking a QC Senior Analyst – Raw Materials to ensure compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards while testing raw materials using HPLC, GC, PSD, XRPD, and related techniques. You will review data, lead investigations, and contribute to method transfers and SOP development.

The role requires 5+ years in a GMP QC lab, a Chemistry-related degree, and strong analytical skills. The position involves collaboration with QA, Manufacturing, and Supply Chain in a dynamic