Senior Analytical Development Scientist

Placements24; Stellenbosch Local Municipality; Hybrid; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research organization, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Analytical Development Scientist to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape. This role is essential for the development, validation, and implementation of robust analytical methods for characterization and quality control of drug substances and products.

You will work closely with formulation, process development, and quality assurance teams to ensure the timely and accurate assessment of product

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, KF, dissolution) for drug substances and drug products according to ICH guidelines.
• Characterize raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure they meet predefined specifications.
• Investigate and troubleshoot analytical method failures and out-of-specification results.

Job description

About the Role Our client, a prominent pharmaceutical research organization, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Analytical Development Scientist to join their team in Paarl, Western Cape . This role is essential for the development, validation, and implementation of robust analytical methods for characterization and quality control of drug substances and products. You will work closely with formulation, process development, and quality assurance teams to ensure the timely and accurate assessment of product quality throughout the development lifecycle. The ideal candidate possesses extensive experience with various analytical techniques and a strong understanding of regulatory requirements. This position offers a rewarding career opportunity in a scientifically driven environment within the picturesque region of Paarl, Western Cape , with a hybrid work model allowing for a balance of on-site collaboration and remote flexibility.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and validate analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, KF, dissolution) for drug substances and drug products according to ICH guidelines.
• Characterize raw materials, intermediates, and finished products to ensure they meet predefined specifications.
• Investigate and troubleshoot analytical method failures and out-of-specification results.