Senior Analytical Chemist

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An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Analytical Chemist to join a growing and fast paced quality and chemistry laboratory within a regulated life sciences environment.

Overview

An opportunity for an experienced Senior analytical chemist to support Quality Assurance activities within a regulated laboratory environment. This role focuses on HPLC-based analysis, method lifecycle management, and stability studies, ensuring compliance with quality standards and supporting product release. Within this role you will work with multi disiplined teams including Microbiology, Quality & Manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities

* Lead QA oversight of analytical chemistry testing (HPLC, chromatography, spectroscopy).

* Manage method development, validation, and transfer.

* Design and review stability studies and shelf-life assessments.

* Support routine analysis and release testing for manufacturing.

* Ensure compliance with data integrity and documentation standards (cGMP).

* Perform trend analysis and support quality decision-making.

* Investigate OOS results, lead root cause analysis, and implement CAPA.

* Troubleshoot analytical methods and instrumentation issues.

* Train and mentor staff in HPLC and analytical techniques.

* Drive continuous improvement in lab processes and workflows.

Requirements

* Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or related field.

* 3–5+ years experience in a regulated analytical/QC/QA laboratory.

* Strong hands-on experience with HPLC and analytical instrumentation.

* Experience with stability studies and method validation.

* Knowledge of cGMP, quality systems, and regulatory standards.

Skills

* Strong data analysis and interpretation skills.

* Experience in investigations and root cause analysis.

* Clear and effective technical writing and communication.

* Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving and organisational skills.

Compensation Package

* 36 Days Holiday Annually

* Company Pension

* Bonus Up to 8%

* Healthcare

* Half Day Friday
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Location:
Leeds
Salary:
£37,000 - £40,000 /annum
Job Type:
FullTime
Category:
Medical/Pharmaceutical/Scientific

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