Senior Analytical Chemist - Drug Discovery (Mossel Bay)

Placements24; Mossel Bay; On-site; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing in Analytical Chemistry for our Mossel Bay facility. This role focuses on developing, validating, and implementing advanced analytical methods to support drug discovery and development, ensuring quality, purity, and stability of compounds.

You will mentor junior analysts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry while upholding GLP and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• ≥6 years pharma analytical development experience.
• Hands-on HPLC, LC-MS, GC expertise.
• Strong method validation & regulatory knowledge (FDA/EMA/ICH).
• Experience with small molecules; biologics a plus.
• Proficient in data analysis software and LIMS.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods for small molecules and biologics.
• Perform impurity profiling, stability studies, raw material testing.
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and method issues.
• Characterize compounds for purity and identity.
• Contribute to regulatory submission documents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for analytical support.
• Mentor junior analysts and provide training.
• Maintain GLP-compliant records.
• Ensure safety and GLP compliance at Mossel Bay site.
• Stay current with analytical instrumentation advances.

Skills

HPLC

LC-MS

GC

GC-MS

ICP-MS

UV-Vis

Method validation

Regulatory compliance

Data analysis

LIMS

Mentoring

Technical reporting

Education

Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry or related

Tools

LIMS

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Research Scientist specializing in Analytical Chemistry for our Mossel Bay facility. This role focuses on developing, validating, and implementing advanced analytical methods to support drug discovery and development, ensuring quality, purity, and stability of compounds.

You will mentor junior analysts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and stay current with advancements in analytical chemistry while upholding GLP and regulatory standards.