Job Description:

QC Laboratory Analyst

We are supporting an established pharmaceutical company in their search for a QC Laboratory Analyst to join their Quality Control team. This is an excellent opportunity to join a regulated laboratory environment and contribute to the testing and quality assurance of pharmaceutical products.

The successful candidate will perform laboratory testing and accurately document results in accordance with company procedures, MHRA requirements and EU GMP guidelines. You will also support method validation and transfer activities, laboratory investigations and Out of Specification (OOS) investigations when required.

Key responsibilities:

• Perform laboratory testing to produce reliable, accurate and precise results.
• Prepare samples, standards and reagents in accordance with approved procedures.
• Operate and maintain standard laboratory equipment, including titrators and pH meters.
• Record laboratory data in real time and in compliance with data integrity requirements.
• Follow SOPs, GMP requirements and approved analytical methodologies.
• Assist with OOS investigations and other laboratory investigations.
• Support method validations and method transfers where required.
• Assist with the preparation of validation protocols and associated reports.
• Support the control and maintenance of laboratory SOPs.
• Plan and manage testing workloads under appropriate supervision.
• Maintain the laboratory in an inspection-ready condition.
• Participate in self-inspections and regulatory inspections.
• Ensure the laboratory is adequately stocked with materials, reagents and consumables.
• Follow all company health and safety policies and procedures.
• Support the wider Quality team and undertake additional duties when required.

Requirements:

• Previous experience within a pharmaceutical QC laboratory or similar regulated environment.
• Good knowledge of EU GMP and laboratory data integrity requirements.
• Experience performing laboratory testing and maintaining accurate documentation.
• Familiarity with standard laboratory equipment and analytical techniques.
• Experience with OOS investigations, method validation or method transfer would be beneficial.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to follow controlled procedures accurately.
• Good organisational, communication and teamwork skills.
• A professional and reliable approach to work.