Senior Analytical Scientist - Pharmaceutical Analysis

Placements24; Rustenburg; Hybrid; ZAR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid leave

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 seeks an experienced Senior Analytical Scientist to lead method development and validation for pharmaceutical products in Rustenburg. You will ensure quality, safety, and efficacy through rigorous analytical testing and regulatory-compliant processes.

The role requires MSc/PhD in Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences, 5+ years in analytical chemistry, and proficiency with HPLC, UPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, and dissolution testing, working with cgmp guidelines and cross-functional

Qualifications

• MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical chemistry within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in method development and validation according to ICH guidelines.
• Proficiency with a range of analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, UPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, and dissolution apparatus.
• Strong understanding of pharmacopoeial methods (e.g., USP, EP) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team in Rustenburg .

Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for the characterization of pharmaceutical ingredients and finished products using techniques like HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution testing.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing to support product development, stability studies, and quality control release.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and methods, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
• Interpret analytical data, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings to project teams and management.
• Ensure all analytical activities comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to the technical transfer of analytical methods to QC laboratories and provide training to junior scientists.

Skills

Analytical method development

Method validation

Project management

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

HPLC

UPLC

GC

MS

FTIR

Dissolution testing

Job description

About the Role

Our client is looking for an experienced Senior Analytical Scientist to lead method development and validation activities for pharmaceutical products in Rustenburg . This critical role involves ensuring the quality, safety, and efficacy of drug substances and products through rigorous analytical testing. You will be responsible for developing, optimizing, and validating state-of-the-art analytical methods using various spectroscopic and chromatographic techniques. The successful candidate will possess a strong understanding of regulatory requirements (e.g., ICH, FDA) and a proven ability to manage analytical projects from inception to completion, collaborating closely with formulation, quality control, and regulatory affairs departments to support product lifecycle management and ensure compliance within a highly regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods for the characterization of pharmaceutical ingredients and finished products using techniques like HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and dissolution testing.
• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing to support product development, stability studies, and quality control release.
• Troubleshoot analytical instrumentation and methods, ensuring accuracy and reliability of results.
• Interpret analytical data, prepare comprehensive reports, and present findings to project teams and management.
• Ensure all analytical activities comply with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to the technical transfer of analytical methods to QC laboratories and provide training to junior scientists.

Requirements

• M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical chemistry within the pharmaceutical industry.
• Expertise in method development and validation according to ICH guidelines.
• Proficiency with a range of analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, UPLC, GC, MS, FTIR, and dissolution apparatus.
• Strong understanding of pharmacopoeial methods (e.g., USP, EP) and regulatory requirements.
• Excellent problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and ability to work independently and as part of a team in Rustenburg .

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based incentives.
• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision benefits package.
• Retirement savings plan with employer contributions.
• Generous annual leave and paid holidays.
• Professional development opportunities, including training and conference attendance.
• A dynamic work environment with opportunities to contribute to impactful pharmaceutical research in Rustenburg .