QC Analytical Scientist

Summary of the QC Analytical Scientist role

As the QC Analytical Scientist, you will report directly to the QC Manager where you will be responsible for the sampling and testing of raw materials for manufacture using pharmacopeial tests and qualification of bio-analytical methods and subsequent testing of materials for release and stability studies.  As part of the QC team, you will also be responsible for ensuring an efficient, compliant, and safe laboratory is maintained at all times ensuring timelines and quality are met for all testing.

Sterling’s facility in Deeside site can be found lying alongside the waterways of the River Dee, presenting a quintessential glimpse of life in North Wales, with numerous nature parks, shopping centres and rural villages, providing plenty of opportunities to get out and explore.  It’s just a short journey from the cities of Chester, Liverpool and Manchester or you can choose to go a little further afield and from the mountains of Snowdonia to the all Wales coastal path, walking is a dream in North Wales.

Relocation support will be provided for the right candidate.

Who Are We?

We are a fast-growing global pharmaceutical CDMO (Contract Development and Manufacturing Organisation), with more than 50 years’ experience in developing and manufacturing Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (APIs).  We are a proven and trusted partner to some of the world’s most innovative biotechs and leading pharmaceutical companies and are widely recognised for our expertise in complex and hazardous chemistry.

We are a dynamic business, employing more than 1300 talented and passionate people in the UK, US and Europe who together support our customers in bringing new medicines to market, improving and saving the lives of patients.  We support our customers through the full product lifecycle from pre-clinical development right up to full scale commercial manufacturing and today we are proud to have built a culture of excellence in science and unrivalled service.

Your responsibilities
 

• Performing and reporting analytical testing on all raw materials, intermediates, finished products and stability samples in HPLC, UV and capillary electrophoretic methods.
• Performing analytical testing, using a variety of techniques including:
  • Pharmacopoeial physicochemical methods;
  • HPLC (SEC, HIC, PLRP, CEX);
  • Imaged capillary electrophoresis; iso-electric focusing; CE-SDS;
  • Spectrophotometry; FTIR and UV – Vis;
• Performing routine tasks and other non-routine activities required in support of analytical development and quality control laboratory functions.
• Ensuring all testing performed is reported within the most efficient timeframe.
• Laboratory maintenance and housekeeping, self-inspections and stock control; supporting the re-order systems and communicating with key suppliers.
• Data trending and assisting in quality investigations.
• Documenting laboratory results in accordance with cGMP and company procedures. 
• Ensuring training status is compliant with matrix requirements and assisting in training other laboratory staff.
• Maintaining and improving knowledge of bio-analytical techniques and procedures.
• Liaising with functional groups both within and outside Analytical Services/Quality Control as appropriate to ensure projects are progressed.
• Preparing and executing laboratory protocols and reports, as assigned.
• Qualifying reagents, reference material, analytical techniques and relevant equipment.
• Excellent communication skills, organisational skills and with a good eye for detail.
• Ability to manage, train and mentor junior staff members.
• Demonstrate a can-do attitude and have strong self-motivational skills.
• Embodying our company values; Be Transparent, Be Willing, Be Reliable and Be Caring.