Pharma QC Analyst: Precision Testing & Lab Excellence

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 420,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Professional growth opportunities

Access to modern lab equipment

Supportive quality-focused team

Contributing to safe and effectivemedc

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Control Analyst for a pharmaceutical lab in Mahikeng. You will perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished drugs to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

You will operate instruments like HPLC, GC, and UV-Vis, document results, participate in investigations of out-of-spec results, and support GLP/GMP compliance and method validation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmacy, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a QC Analyst in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Hands-on experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, titration, and spectroscopy.
• Familiarity with GMP and GLP principles.
• Proficiency in data recording and analysis.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using various instrumental and wet chemistry techniques.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and dissolution apparatus.
• Document all testing activities accurately and contemporaneously in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems.
• Analyze test results, identify out-of-specification (OOS) results, and participate in investigations.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and samples for testing.
• Ensure compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), and internal SOPs.
• Assist in method validation and transfer activities as required.

Skills

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis spectroscopy

Dissolution testing

GLP & GMP awareness

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry/ Biochemistry/ Pharmacy

Tools

Instrument maintenance

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Quality Control Analyst for a pharmaceutical lab in Mahikeng. You will perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished drugs to ensure they meet quality standards and specifications.

You will operate instruments like HPLC, GC, and UV-Vis, document results, participate in investigations of out-of-spec results, and support GLP/GMP compliance and method validation.