Pharma Quality Control Analyst | HPLC/GC Expert

Placements24; Centurion; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement fund contributions

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for our client’s facility in Centurion, Gauteng. The role focuses on analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution apparatus within a GMP/GLP framework.

You will document results, investigate OOS events, and participate in method validation and CAPA activities while maintaining safety and quality across all QC operations.

Qualifications

• BSc in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacy or related field.
• 2–3 years of experience in a pharma QC lab.
• Hands-on HPLC and GC experience is essential.
• Familiarity with GLP and GMP practices.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products according to approved specs and methods.
• Operate and maintain HPLC, GC, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and dissolution equipment.
• Document all activities, results, and deviations per GMP guidelines.
• Investigate OOS results and implement CAPAs.
• Contribute to method validation and transfers.
• Maintain laboratory cleanliness and safety compliance.
• Assist in QC reports and summaries.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Analytical chemistry

GLP

GMP

Teamwork

Documentation

Education

BSc in Chemistry/Analytical Chemistry/Pharmacy

Tools

HPLC

GC

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for our client’s facility in Centurion, Gauteng. The role focuses on analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution apparatus within a GMP/GLP framework.

You will document results, investigate OOS events, and participate in method validation and CAPA activities while maintaining safety and quality across all QC operations.