Senior Pharma QC Analyst — Lead & Mentor in Centurion

Placements24; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Provident fund

Performance bonus

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for a Centurion, Gauteng role. The successful candidate will lead QC testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using HPLC, GC, and dissolution techniques.

A strong background in pharmacopeias and regulatory requirements is essential. The position requires 5–7 years in pharmaceutical QC, mentorship ability, and a track record of upholding GLP/GMP standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related discipline.
• 5–7 years of QC laboratory experience in pharma.
• Hands-on with analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer, dissolution).
• Knowledge of pharmacopeias and regulatory guidelines (FDA/EMA/SAHPRA).
• Strong GMP/GLP understanding and data integrity.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tests on raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products using HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, and FTIR as needed.
• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods per pharmacopeial standards and regulations.
• Interpret results, investigate OOS, and document findings thoroughly.
• Maintain GLP/GMP-compliant records and calibrate equipment.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer

Dissolution testing

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry

Master's degree in Chemistry

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fisher titrator

Dissolution apparatus

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for a Centurion, Gauteng role. The successful candidate will lead QC testing across raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products, using HPLC, GC, and dissolution techniques.

A strong background in pharmacopeias and regulatory requirements is essential. The position requires 5–7 years in pharmaceutical QC, mentorship ability, and a track record of upholding GLP/GMP standards.