Senior Pharmaceutical QC Analyst – GMP, HPLC/GC Pro

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 480,000 - 720,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid

Retirement fund

Life assurance

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for a respected Paarl-based pharmaceutical manufacturer. The role involves extensive analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure GMP compliance and product safety.

You will develop and validate analytical methods, operate and maintain lab instruments, and contribute to audits and regulatory inspections. Strong GMP knowledge and attention to detail are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline and 5+ years of QC experience in pharma.
• Proven proficiency with analytical instruments and GMP regulatory requirements.
• Experience with method development and validation is desirable.
• Strong attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Ability to interpret pharmacopoeial methods and support audits.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing on raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Develop, validate, and transfer analytical methods per ICH guidelines and regulatory requirements.
• Operate, maintain, and calibrate laboratory equipment for accuracy and compliance.
• Analyze results, prepare CoAs, and document all activities in GMP-compliant records.
• Investigate OOS, deviations, and unexpected results; participate in root-cause analysis.
• Review and approve analytical data generated by junior analysts.
• Maintain laboratory inventory and consumables; support internal audits.
• Stay updated with USP/BP standards and regulatory guidelines.
• Collaborate with QA, Production, and R&D to ensure quality across products.

Skills

GMP principles

Analytical method development

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmacy, Biochemistry, or related field

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV-Vis

IR

Titration

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Pharmaceutical Quality Control Analyst for a respected Paarl-based pharmaceutical manufacturer. The role involves extensive analytical testing of raw materials, in-process samples, and finished products to ensure GMP compliance and product safety.

You will develop and validate analytical methods, operate and maintain lab instruments, and contribute to audits and regulatory inspections. Strong GMP knowledge and attention to detail are essential for success.