Senior Pharmaceutical Analytical Scientist

Placements24; Noord-Kaap; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical insurance

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Analytical Scientist for our client’s laboratory in Klerksdorp, North West. The role focuses on developing, validating, and applying analytical methods to ensure drug substance and product quality in compliance with regulatory guidelines.

The successful candidate will lead method development, validate per ICH guidelines, and support stability studies while collaborating with QC, formulation development, and regulatory teams.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or Master's in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Organic Chemistry, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and implement analytical methods (HPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, KF, dissolution) for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products.

Skills

HPLC/UPLC

Chromatography

ICH validation

Data analysis

GMP/GLP

Communication

Teamwork

Stability studies

Education

PhD in Analytical Chemistry

Master's in Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

MS

NMR

UV-Vis

FTIR

HPLC

UPLC

GC

Job description

About the Role

Our client is a distinguished pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving global health outcomes through the development and manufacturing of innovative therapies. We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Pharmaceutical Analytical Scientist to join our cutting-edge analytical development laboratory located in Klerksdorp, North West . This vital role involves developing, validating, and implementing analytical methods for the characterization of drug substances and drug products, ensuring product quality and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will have a profound understanding of various analytical techniques and their application in the pharmaceutical industry. You will play a key role in supporting drug development programs, conducting stability studies, and troubleshooting analytical challenges. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to scientific advancements and career growth within a reputable organization committed to excellence. Our facility in Klerksdorp, North West is equipped with advanced analytical instrumentation.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, optimize, and validate analytical methods (e.g., HPLC, GC, MS, UV-Vis, KF, dissolution) for raw materials, in-process samples, and finished pharmaceutical products.
• Perform routine testing and analysis of samples according to established methods and protocols.
• Conduct forced degradation studies to understand impurity profiles and degradation pathways.
• Analyze and interpret complex analytical data, preparing comprehensive reports and summaries.
• Troubleshoot and maintain analytical instrumentation, ensuring optimal performance and calibration.
• Support regulatory filings by providing well-documented analytical data and method validation reports.
• Collaborate with formulation development, process chemistry, and quality control teams to address analytical needs throughout the product lifecycle.
• Ensure compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Good Laboratory Practices (GLP), and other relevant regulatory guidelines.
• Stay current with scientific literature and emerging trends in pharmaceutical analytical chemistry.
• Mentor junior scientists and provide technical guidance on analytical methodologies.

Requirements

• Ph.D. or Master's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Organic Chemistry, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of hands-on experience in pharmaceutical analytical development and quality control.
• Extensive experience with chromatographic techniques (HPLC, UPLC, GC) and spectroscopic methods (MS, NMR, UV-Vis, FTIR).
• Proficiency in method validation according to ICH guidelines.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical product development, manufacturing processes, and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with stability studies and impurity profiling.
• Excellent data analysis and interpretation skills, with meticulous attention to detail.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, capable of presenting technical information clearly.
• Ability to work independently and effectively as part of a collaborative team.
• Experience with various dosage forms (e.g., solid oral, parenteral, topical) is advantageous.
• Must be able to work on-site at our Klerksdorp, North West location.

Benefits

• Our client offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, complemented by performance-based incentives.
• A comprehensive benefits package includes excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
• A robust retirement savings plan with employer matching is provided.
• Employees enjoy a generous allocation of paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and public holidays.
• Opportunities for professional development, such as attending scientific conferences, workshops, and further training, are actively supported.
• Our client provides access to state-of-the-art analytical laboratories and fosters a collaborative, innovative research environment.
• We are committed to promoting a healthy work-life balance.
• Relocation assistance may be available for highly qualified candidates moving to Klerksdorp, North West .