Senior Analytical Chemist - Pharmaceutical Analysis

Placements24; Canterbury; On-site; NZD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Senior Analytical Chemist for a pharmaceutical client in Queenstown. You will lead analytical activities, developing and validating advanced methods to assure the quality, safety and efficacy of medicines.

You will utilize HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, MS and contribute to regulatory submissions, ensuring GMP compliance. The role emphasizes scientific rigor and mentoring junior chemists in a state-of-the-art laboratory.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master’s in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of hands-on pharmaceutical analytical chemistry experience.
• Strong expertise in method development and validation for small molecule drugs.
• Proficiency with analytical instruments including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR and MS.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Mass Spectrometry.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and method-related issues.
• Interpret analytical data, document results accurately, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ensure GMP and regulatory compliance.
• Mentor junior analytical chemists and contribute to continuous improvement.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Method development

ICH guidelines

Education

PhD or Master’s in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

Mass Spectrometry

FTIR

UV-Vis

HPLC

GC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking an experienced Senior Analytical Chemist to lead critical analysis activities within their Pharmaceutical Analysis division based in Queenstown . This pivotal role involves developing, validating, and implementing sophisticated analytical methods to ensure the quality, safety, and efficacy of pharmaceutical products. You will work with a range of advanced analytical instrumentation and contribute to regulatory submissions, ensuring compliance with stringent industry standards. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in chromatographic and spectroscopic techniques and a commitment to scientific rigor, playing a key role in maintaining the highest quality standards for our client's vital medicines.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Perform routine and non-routine analysis using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and Mass Spectrometry.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and method-related issues.
• Interpret analytical data, document results accurately, and prepare comprehensive reports.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Mentor junior analytical chemists and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry.
• Extensive expertise in method development and validation for small molecule drugs.
• Proficiency with a variety of analytical instruments, particularly HPLC and GC.
• Strong understanding of GMP, ICH guidelines, and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• State-of-the-art analytical laboratory facilities in the Eastern Cape .
• Work in a key role supporting the pharmaceutical industry.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.