Laboratory Specialist (Chemistry Focused)

Aurora Lifesciences; Yorkshire (VA); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Aurora Lifesciences is seeking a Laboratory Specialist (Chemistry Focused) in Yorkshire. The role involves supporting analytical chemistry testing, HPLC analyses, and stability studies within a regulated QA environment.

You will work with Microbiology, Quality, and Manufacturing teams to ensure quality standards are met. The position offers structured training and mentorship, with opportunities to develop expertise in cGMP compliance, laboratory validation, and data integrity across routine

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related field.
• Placement year or internship in analytical QC/QA is desirable.
• Basic understanding of HPLC and analytical instrumentation.
• Familiarity with cGMP or regulated environments is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Support analytical chemistry testing using HPLC and other laboratory techniques.
• Assist with method development, validation, and transfer under supervision.
• Contribute to stability studies and release testing activities.
• Maintain documentation in line with quality systems and data integrity.

Skills

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Problem-solving

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

Analytical instrumentation

Job description

Laboratory Specialist (Chemistry Focused)

Location: Yorkshire

Contract Type: Permanent

We are looking for a motivated Laboratory Specialist to support Quality Assurance activities within a regulated laboratory environment. This role will involve assisting with HPLC-based analysis, stability studies, and routine laboratory testing, while ensuring work is completed in line with quality standards and procedures.

You will work closely with cross-functional teams including Microbiology, Quality, and Manufacturing, gaining valuable experience in a highly collaborative setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Support analytical chemistry testing using HPLC, chromatography, and other laboratory techniques.
• Assist with method development, validation, and transfer activities under supervision.
• Contribute to stability studies and shelf-life assessments.
• Carry out routine analysis and support release testing for manufacturing.
• Maintain accurate documentation in line with cGMP and data integrity requirements.
• Help review analytical data and identify trends.
• Support investigations into out-of-specification (OOS) results and contribute to root cause analysis and CAPA activities.
• Assist with troubleshooting analytical methods and laboratory instrumentation.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across Quality, Manufacturing, and Microbiology.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of laboratory processes and workflows.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a related scientific field.
• Placement year, internship, or some laboratory experience in an analytical, QC, or QA environment is desirable.
• Basic understanding of HPLC and analytical laboratory instrumentation.
• Awareness of method validation and stability studies is beneficial.
• Understanding of cGMP, quality systems, or regulated environments would be an advantage.

Skills

• Good data analysis and interpretation skills.
• Strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn.
• Good problem-solving and organisational skills.
• Clear written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.

This role provides structured training and mentorship, offering an excellent opportunity to develop skills in quality assurance, Chemistry, laboratory validation, and regulatory compliance within the life sciences industry.