Research Scientist jobs in United Kingdom
Senior R&D (Analytical) Scientist - Strong Focus On E&L / Nitrosamines
Job summary
A global pharmaceutical company is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist to develop and validate analytical methods for Extractables, Leachables, and Nitrosamine testing. The ideal candidate will have substantial experience in GMP-regulated laboratories and proficiency in LC-MS and GC-MS methods. This role involves leading analytical method development, performing troubleshooting, and preparing technical documentation to support product submissions.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in Extractables & Leachables and/or Nitrosamine analysis within a GMP-regulated laboratory.
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS or GC-MS and method validation techniques.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Responsibilities
- Leading and supporting risk assessments and analytical method development for E&L and Nitrosamines.
- Developing, validating, and transferring LC-MS and GC-MS methods in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines.
- Performing data interpretation, troubleshooting, and technical investigations to resolve analytical issues.
- Preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation to support product filings and submissions.
- Collaborating with QC, QA, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure analytical compliance and product quality.
- Contributing to continuous improvement within analytical R&D and supporting method optimisation projects.
Skills
Tools
Walker Cole International is searching for a Senior R&D Scientist - E&L and Nitrosamine Method Development - to join a global pharmaceutical company at their R&D and GMP-regulated site in the UK.
As the Senior Scientist, you will play a key role in developing and validating analytical methods to support Extractables, Leachables, and Nitrosamine testing across pharmaceutical products and materials.
- Leading and supporting risk assessments and analytical method development for E&L and Nitrosamines.
- Developing, validating, and transferring LC-MS and GC-MS methods in compliance with GMP and regulatory guidelines.
- Performing data interpretation, troubleshooting, and technical investigations to resolve analytical issues.
- Preparing technical reports and regulatory documentation to support product filings and submissions.
- Collaborating with QC, QA, and Regulatory Affairs teams to ensure analytical compliance and product quality.
- Contributing to continuous improvement within analytical R&D and supporting method optimisation projects.
- Proven experience in Extractables & Leachables and/or Nitrosamine analysis within a GMP-regulated laboratory.
- Hands-on experience with LC-MS or GC-MS and method validation techniques.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and documentation skills.
Key words: Analytical Chemistry | Extractables & Leachables | Nitrosamines | LC-MS | GC-MS | Method Development | Validation | GMP | Pharmaceuticals | R&D
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