Senior QC Analyst in Manchester, Greater Manchester

Job Advertisement: Senior QC Analyst (6-Month FTC Contract Role)

Overview

Salary £30,000 - £35,000 pro rata

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior QC Analyst for a 6-month fixed-term contract to join a pharmaceutical manufacturing organisation.

Reporting directly to the QC Manager, this role is integral to ensuring the quality and compliance of pharmaceutical products.

If you are a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in Quality Control and a passion for excellence, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities

As a Senior QC Analyst, your key responsibilities will include:

• Supervising and leading a team of analysts in the Quality Control laboratory, ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and Good Laboratory Practice (GLP).
• Reviewing Batch Manufacturing Documents and analytical test results to facilitate product release.
• Performing analytical testing of manufactured product samples for release, stability studies, and validation using techniques such as HPLC and GC.
• Assigning duties to analysts based on production release requirements, ensuring efficient laboratory operations.
• Reviewing and approving product labels for use by the Production Department.
• Preparing and reviewing Standard Operating Procedures, Raw Material Documents, Analytical Test Reports, Validation Protocols, and Reports.
• Providing technical support, troubleshooting analytical methods, and maintaining laboratory equipment.
• Ensuring laboratory housekeeping is maintained to appropriate standards.
• Supporting inspection readiness and promoting a culture of continuous improvement.
• Collaborating with Quality Assurance and Production teams to ensure seamless operations.
• Reviewing analytical data against pharmacopeial and registered specifications.

Qualifications

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• A degree in Chemical Sciences or equivalent practical experience.
• A minimum of 5 years of Quality Control/Analytical experience within a GMP environment.
• Proficiency in analytical techniques, including IR and NIR spectroscopy, High-Performance Liquid Chromatography (HPLC), and Gas Chromatography (GC).
• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and troubleshooting skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with a keen eye for detail.
• Good computer literacy and familiarity with laboratory systems.
• A commitment to health and safety practices, including ensuring team members are adequately trained in safety protocols and the use of PPE.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation for the duration of the 6-month fixed-term contract.
• Opportunity to work in a dynamic and well-established pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Gain valuable experience in a leadership role within a Quality Control function.
• Contribute to the production of high-quality pharmaceutical products that make a difference in people's lives.

If you are ready to take on this exciting 6-month fixed-term opportunity and bring your expertise to our team, we look forward to receiving your application. 

Note: No sponsorship is available for this position