Analytical Chemist - GMP and Mass Spectrometry
Entrust Resource Solutions
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically skilled Analytical Chemist to join a specialist GMP laboratory supporting the development and analysis of advanced pharmaceutical products. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge analytical technologies while contributing to a rapidly expanding and highly collaborative scientific environment.
The Opportunity
As a key member of the analytical team, you will take a leading role in the development, validation, and optimisation of analytical methods for complex pharmaceutical matrices. You will serve as a technical expert in mass spectrometry and support the ongoing growth of analytical capabilities within a regulated GMP environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead analytical method development, optimisation, and validation in line with ICH Q2(R2) guidelines
- Operate and develop methods using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS platforms
- Utilise high-resolution mass spectrometry and ICP-MS for advanced analytical investigations
- Perform analysis using UHPLC, HPLC, and GC-based techniques
- Troubleshoot complex sample matrices, including lipid-based formulations and botanical extracts
- Support equipment qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and lifecycle management
- Contribute to computerised system validation (CSV) activities
- Act as a technical lead for mass spectrometry applications and capability development
- Support regulatory submissions, inspections, and audit readiness activities
Essential Requirements:
- MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry (or equivalent experience)
- Proven experience within a GMP-regulated laboratory environment
- Strong expertise in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS method development
- Experience with ICP-MS analysis
- Knowledge of ICH Q2(R2), EU GMP, and ALCOA+ principles
- Experience using industry-standard chromatography and mass spectrometry software
- Pharmaceutical, cannabinoid, lipid, or botanical extract analysis
- High-resolution mass spectrometry
- Method transfer and lifecycle management activities
- Regulatory submission support
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