Senior QC Analyst

Are you a detail‑driven laboratory professional with a passion for maintaining high standards in a regulated scientific environment?

Smart4 Sciences are working with a well‑established and innovative specialist in pharmaceutical formulation and product development to recruit a Senior QC Analyst to join their quality control team.

The Role
This is a hands‑on opportunity to lead and support analytical activities within a GMP‑regulated laboratory environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the accurate sampling, testing, and reporting of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, while maintaining compliance with GMP and ALCOA+ principles.

You will also provide supervision and mentorship to team members, supporting onboarding, training, and continuous improvement across laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and perform sampling, testing, and reporting of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
• Ensure all analytical activities are conducted in line with GMP and ALCOA+ data integrity standards.
• Utilise a wide range of analytical techniques to support quality control activities.
• Supervise and mentor laboratory team members, supporting development and performance.
• Assist with onboarding and training of new starters.
• Investigate non‑conformances, deviations, and OOS/OOT results, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory environment.
• Ensure adherence to all safety, health, environmental, and quality standards at all times.

Essential:

• Proven experience in analytical testing within a regulated environment (e.g. pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food manufacturing).
• Strong understanding of GMP and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).
• Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading laboratory team members.
• Ability to investigate and manage non‑conformances and deviations.
• Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
• A degree in a relevant scientific discipline.

You'll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation that places strong emphasis on quality, compliance, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a senior laboratory position