Laboratory Analyst

Virbac; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 300 000 - 500 000; Full time

Job summary

A multinational animal health company is seeking a candidate with a National Diploma or B Tech in Analytical Chemistry. The role involves conducting various analyses, maintaining compliance documentation, and engaging in method transfers and validations. Ideal candidates will have experience in a Pharmaceutical Laboratory and strong analytical skills. This position offers a chance to contribute to animal health and develop professionally within the company.

Qualifications

• Mandatory National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry or B Tech in Analytical Chemistry.
• Experience in Analytical Method Transfer and Validation is a must.
• 3 years of Pharmaceutical Laboratory experience with GxP knowledge is desired.

Responsibilities

• Conduct analysis according to prescribed methods and timelines.
• Maintain all QC documentation in line with cGLP.
• File all Laboratory Reports and raw data after completing analysis.
• Conduct analytical methods transfer as per schedule/plan.
• Ensure compliance with cGxP, Health & Safety codes.

Skills

Attention to detail

Computer skills (Google Suite and LIMS)

Pharmaceutical Laboratory Analytical Techniques

Time management

Knowledge of cGMP, cGLP

Education

National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 6)

B Tech in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 7)

Job description

Overview

Experiencing together a unique human adventureAnimal health is key to the health of the planet. Working at Virbac means taking part in a unique human adventure in which the engagement of each individual contributes to its evolution. Encouraging internal mobility between positions and countries, offering individual development plans and building a partnership based on trust between managers and employees are as many perspectives of motivation for our teams. We also offer them a work environment conducive to exploring new territories and balancing their professional and personal lives. Finally, fostering their engagement to animal health also means listening to them and helping them to acquire new skills, preparing them for the challenges of tomorrow and encouraging them to contribute to an ever more responsible approach to our business. To provide qualitative and quantitative analysis of all products (raw materials, manufactured bulk and finished products) to ensure compliance with cGxP requirements

Quality Control Main activities:

• Conduct analysis according to prescribed methods and within agreed timelines as per the Laboratory Schedule.
• Maintain all QC documentation in line with current Good Laboratory Practice (cGLP).
• All errors, overwriting and blank spaces on worksheets must be deleted and signed per SOP (14)9 Good Documentation Practice.
• All HPLC printouts must be initialized and dated.
• File all Laboratory Reports and raw data immediately after completing analysis of the product.
• Conduct analytical methods transfer, validation/ verification as per the required schedule/plan.
• Complete, check and sign-off laboratory results of testing conducted as designated by QC Manager
• Conduct environmental monitoring as required.
• Conduct method development.
• Maintain equipment in proper working order and report any problems to the QC Manager.
• Adapt testing schedule to prioritize back-orders products.
• Adequate supplies of reagents, reference standards and other consumables must be ordered 1 month before expiry and consumption to avoid delays in release.
• All Laboratory Reports and raw data are archived annually.
• All glassware and similar are washed on a weekly basis.
• Any other requests as deemed reasonable by your Manager.

Compliance Main activities:

• cGxP, Health & Safety and housekeeping codes are enforced according to appropriate procedures
• Standard Operating Procedures are in place and up to date for all critical activities as prescribed by the guidelines
• No critical findings identified during external audits by external parties.
• Closure of 90% of current self-inspection audit findings within a 12 month period.
• Participate in investigations relating to product quality complaints, O.O.S and similar.
• All corrective and preventative actions, deviations and change controls are closed within the agreed timeline.
• Training to be completed for all required SOP's where you are the originator.
• Trending to be completed as per SOP (11)5.
• Both computer generated and hard copy documentation must be filed accurately according to cGxP requirements.
• All computer generated documents are backed up and easily retrievable.

Document Management Main activities:

• Draw information from LIMS to prepare reports - annual product reviews, out of specification, trending, stability, etc.

• All analytical methods are current and aligned to dossier.
• Draw up a certificate of analyses as required, and ensure that is free of errors.
• Timeous registration of analytical samples on LIMS system to record and track throughput.
• Compiling and archiving of raw data and laboratory report as per prescribed SOP.
• Maintains LIMS system to ensure alignment with regulatory requirements.

• Prepare monthly reports regarding focus station activities and projects, which must be submitted 2 days before the meeting each month.

• Maintain filing system to ensure easy retrieval and traceability

Job Requirements :

• National Diploma in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 6) orB Tech in Analytical Chemistry (NQF 7) - Mandatory

Experience :

• Experience in Analytical Method Transfer - Mandatory
• Experience in Analytical Method Validation - Mandatory
• Desired:3 years Pharmaceutical Laboratory experience with GxPKnow

Desired skills :

• Pay attention to detail Computer skills (Google Suite and LIMS)
• Pharmaceutical Laboratory Analytical Techniques
• Ability to manage time effectively and efficiently
• Good working knowledge of cGMP, cGLP and Good Documentation Practice and Quality Assurance Principles

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