Analytical Chemist – HPLC & Method Validation

Russell Taylor; Coalville (UT); On-site; USD 41,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

Russell Taylor Group is seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist to join a GMP-regulated laboratory team on the Staffordshire/Derbyshire border in the UK. The role focuses on HPLC and method validation, ensuring robust analytical methods and documentation.

You will carry out testing, support method development, resolve deviations and contribute to continuous improvement within a compliant, regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science or a closely related discipline.
• Proven experience in an analytical lab, ideally within pharma/regulatory manufacturing.
• Strong hands-on experience with HPLC and related techniques.
• Experience in analytical method development and method validation.
• Good understanding of GMP/GLP principles and quality systems.
• Experience with analytical troubleshooting and investigations.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and document clearly.
• Highly organized, methodical and detail-oriented; able to manage priorities.
• Proactive with strong communication and teamwork skills.

Responsibilities

• Carry out analytical testing using HPLC and related techniques.
• Perform routine testing per procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot instrumentation.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and lab processes.
• Document analytical data according to procedures.
• Lead and support method development, optimization and validation.
• Develop and validate analytical methods; ensure fit-for-purpose.
• Investigate deviations and out-of-spec findings with corrective actions.
• Ensure activities comply with GMP/GLP requirements.
• Maintain records and technical documentation.
• Support technical projects and related documentation.
• Collaborate with lab colleagues to ensure efficiency and quality.

Skills

HPLC

Analytical chemistry

Method development

Method validation

GMP/GLP

Data interpretation

Documentation

Troubleshooting

Teamworking

Communication

Education

BSc in Chemistry

Analytical Chemistry degree

Pharmaceutical Science degree

Tools

HPLC instrumentation

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Analytical Chemist - HPLC & Method Validation

Location: Staffordshire / Derbyshire border
Salary: upto £34,000 per annum depending on experience
Working Hours: Monday-Friday, Days

We are currently seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist to join an established and growing laboratory team within a GMP regulated manufacturing environment.

The successful candidate will play an important role in ensuring analytical methods are robust, reliable and compliant with relevant quality standards, supporting both routine laboratory activities and ongoing technical projects.

The Role

• Carry out analytical testing using HPLC and other relevant chromatographic and wet chemistry techniques.
• Perform routine analytical testing in accordance with approved procedures, quality standards and laboratory requirements.
• Maintain, calibrate and troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and analytical equipment.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and support the development of laboratory processes.
• Review, interpret and accurately document analytical data in accordance with established procedures.
• Lead and support analytical method development, optimisation and validation activities.
• Develop, assess and validate analytical methods to ensure they are fit for purpose and meet required performance criteria.
• Investigate analytical deviations, unexpected results and out-of-specification findings, supporting appropriate corrective actions.
• Ensure all laboratory activities are conducted in line with applicable GMP/GLP requirements.
• Maintain accurate technical documentation, reports and laboratory records.
• Support the preparation and execution of technical projects and associated documentation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the laboratory to ensure operational efficiency and high-quality standards are maintained.

The Person

• Degree qualified in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Proven experience working within an analytical laboratory environment, ideally within pharmaceutical, chemical or regulated manufacturing industries.
• Strong practical experience with HPLC and associated analytical techniques.
• Demonstrable experience in analytical method development and method validation
• Good understanding of GMP/GLP principles and quality management systems.
• Experience with analytical troubleshooting, investigations and problem-solving.
• Ability to interpret analytical data and produce accurate technical documentation.
• Highly organised, methodical and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage competing priorities.
• A proactive approach with strong communication and teamwork skills.

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