Senior Analytical Development Scientist - Pharmaceutical

Placements24; Windsor Park (TN); On-site; USD 54,000 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical aid and pension

Paid annual leave

Professional development and training

State-of-the-art laboratory facilities

Collaborative work environment

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Analytical Development Scientist in East London, ZA, to develop and validate analytical methods for pharmaceutical products. You will work across API to finished product analysis, ensuring QA/regulatory compliance and tight method control.

The role requires 5+ years in analytics, strong HPLC/UPLC/GC/MS/spectroscopy experience, and hands-on lab leadership in a cGMP environment. On-site work in East London with opportunities for growth.

Qualifications

• Master's or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field.
• 5+ years of analytical method development and validation in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands-on with HPLC, UPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, FTIR.
• Strong knowledge of cGMP and ICH guidelines for analytical testing/validation.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects on-site in East London.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods for APIs and finished products.
• Perform routine testing using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and dissolution testing.
• Characterize impurities and stability; write reports and validation protocols.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and method issues.
• Collaborate with QC, QA, and R&D teams; maintain regulatory compliance.
• Maintain calibration and upkeep of laboratory equipment.

Skills

Analytical method development

HPLC

UPLC

GC

MS

Spectroscopy (UV-Vis FTIR)

Education

Master's or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or related field

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a dynamic pharmaceutical company, is actively seeking a talented Senior Analytical Development Scientist to join their expanding team in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA. This role is crucial for developing, validating, and implementing analytical methods essential for the characterization and quality control of pharmaceutical products. You will work on a variety of projects, from early-stage development to commercial support, ensuring that all analytical activities meet stringent regulatory requirements (e.g., cGMP). The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in analytical chemistry, with extensive experience in method development and validation using various techniques such as HPLC, GC, and spectroscopy. This position requires hands-on laboratory work and collaboration with formulation, process development, and quality control teams.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Perform routine testing of samples using techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, and dissolution testing.
• Characterize drug substances and drug products, including impurity profiling and stability testing.
• Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation issues.
• Write detailed analytical method development reports, validation protocols, and validation reports.
• Ensure all analytical activities are performed in compliance with cGMP and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Support regulatory submissions by providing analytical data and documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality Control, Quality Assurance, and R&D teams.
• Stay current with advancements in analytical instrumentation and methodologies.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and ensure proper calibration and maintenance.

Requirements

• Master's degree or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical method development and validation within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Extensive hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, UPLC, GC, MS, spectroscopy (UV-Vis, FTIR).
• Strong understanding of cGMP regulations and ICH guidelines related to analytical testing and validation.
• Proven experience in method validation according to regulatory expectations.
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects in a laboratory setting.
• Must be willing to work full-time on-site in East London, Eastern Cape, ZA.

Benefits

• Annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and pension fund.
• Paid annual leave.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• State-of-the-art laboratory facilities.
• Collaborative and scientifically driven work environment.