Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst (Remote)

Placements24; Kempton Park; Remote; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking an experienced Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for a remote-first role. You will oversee QC processes across products, guide a remote team, and drive continuous improvement in quality systems to meet regulatory standards.

The role requires deep expertise in analytical methods, GMP, and QA leadership, with a focus on maintaining product integrity in a remote operating model.

Qualifications

• Experience leading QC teams in pharma environments.
• Strong knowledge of GMP/GLP and regulatory standards.
• Proven ability to develop/validate analytical methods for raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a remote QC team, ensuring efficient workflow and compliant results.
• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods for materials and products.
• Oversee routine testing, stability studies, and method validation activities.

Skills

Leadership

Quality Assurance

GMP compliance

Analytical method development

Team coordination

Education

BPharm / PharmD / MSc in Pharmaceutical Science

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

Spectrophotometer

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned pharmaceutical entity, is actively seeking a highly experienced Lead Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst to join their fully remote operations. This pivotal role involves overseeing the quality control processes for a diverse range of pharmaceutical products, ensuring they meet stringent regulatory standards and internal specifications. As a remote leader, you will leverage your expertise to guide a team, implement best practices, and drive continuous improvement in quality assurance. This position offers the flexibility of a remote-first setup, allowing you to contribute significantly to our client's mission of delivering safe and effective medicines without the need for physical presence in an office. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional with a strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing and quality systems who thrives in a virtual collaborative environment. Your leadership will be instrumental in maintaining the integrity and quality of our pharmaceutical offerings.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of Quality Control Analysts in a remote setting, ensuring efficient workflow and high-quality results.
• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Oversee routine testing, stability studies, and method