Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst

Placements24; Vereeniging; Hybrid; ZAR 300,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Professional development

Modern facilities

Paid leave & holidays

Wellness programs

Career progression

Study leave

Performance incentives

Job summary

Placements24, a renowned pharmaceutical entity in Vereeniging, Gauteng, seeks a meticulous Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst. The role tests raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution testing. You will document results, ensure GMP compliance, and partake in method validation and audits.

Hybrid work combines on-site lab duties with remote admin tasks. Ideal candidates hold a Bachelor’s in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or related field

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• At least 3 years in a pharmaceutical QC lab.
• Proficiency in HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and wet chemistry.
• Strong GMP and pharmacopeial method knowledge (USP/EP).
• Experience with LIMS is advantageous.
• Excellent documentation and attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Hybrid role with on-site lab work and remote admin tasks in Vereeniging.

Responsibilities

• Perform chemical, physical, and biological tests on materials and products per SOPs.
• Operate and maintain HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution testers.
• Document test results accurately in notebooks and systems.
• Ensure GMP and pharmacopeial compliance.
• Assist in method validation and transfer activities.
• Calibrate and maintain lab equipment with proper records.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and solutions for testing.
• Support investigations of quality complaints and deviations.
• Participate in internal audits and inspections.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe lab environment.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Spectroscopy

Wet chemistry

GMP knowledge

Documentation

Data analysis

Communication

Troubleshooting methods

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or related discipline

Tools

LIMS

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a renowned pharmaceutical entity, is actively seeking a meticulous and dedicated Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst to join their state-of-the-art facility in Vereeniging, Gauteng . This role is central to ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety for all manufactured pharmaceutical products. The analyst will perform a range of sophisticated tests and analyses on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using advanced laboratory instrumentation. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to a company committed to excellence and innovation in healthcare. The ideal candidate will possess a strong scientific background, a keen eye for detail, and a commitment to upholding stringent regulatory guidelines. You will be part of a team that directly impacts product integrity and patient well-being, working in a hybrid model that blends on-site laboratory work with flexible remote administrative tasks. This role is crucial for maintaining compliance and ensuring the efficacy of medications reaching the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of chemical, physical, and biological tests on raw materials, intermediates, and finished pharmaceutical products according to established specifications and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Operate and maintain analytical instruments such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis spectrophotometers, and dissolution testers.
• Analyze test results, document findings accurately in laboratory notebooks and electronic systems, and report any deviations or out-of-specification (OOS) results.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulatory requirements, including GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices) and pharmacopeial standards.
• Participate in method validation and transfer activities for new analytical methods.
• Calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment, ensuring proper functioning and documentation.
• Prepare reagents, standards, and solutions required for testing.
• Assist in investigations of product quality complaints and deviations.
• Contribute to internal audits and inspections as required.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe laboratory environment.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical quality control laboratory setting.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, spectroscopy, and wet chemistry.
• Strong understanding of GMP, pharmacopeial methods (e.g., USP, EP), and regulatory expectations.
• Experience with laboratory information management systems (LIMS) is advantageous.
• Excellent documentation skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration.
• Ability to work effectively in a Vereeniging, Gauteng laboratory environment, with a portion of the work potentially being conducted remotely.

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary of R .
• Comprehensive medical aid and retirement fund contributions.
• Opportunities for professional development and advanced training.
• A dynamic and collaborative team environment.
• Access to modern laboratory facilities and advanced technologies.
• Paid leave and company holidays.
• Employee wellness programs.
• Potential for career advancement within the organization.
• Study leave for relevant certifications.
• Performance incentives.