Senior QC Analyst

Reference: JN -042026-86554_1784130267

Smart4 Sciences is partnering with a leading pharmaceutical manufacturer in St Albans to recruit a Senior QC Analyst who will play a key role in supporting Quality Control operations and ensuring products are tested to the highest GMP and regulatory standards.

You'll be joining a collaborative QC team where you'll play a key role in ensuring raw materials, in-process samples and finished products meet the highest quality standards while supporting continuous improvement and regulatory compliance.

The Role

Your responsibilities will include:

  • Performing analytical testing on raw materials, in-process samples and finished products
  • Operating and troubleshooting HPLC, Karl Fischer Titration, Dissolution and other analytical equipment
  • Carrying out physical testing of tablets, capsules and packaging materials
  • Preparing, reviewing and checking analytical data prior to approval
  • Peer reviewing laboratory documentation and analytical results
  • Supporting the review and update of SOPs, specifications and analytical procedures
  • Ensuring compliance with GMP, Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practices
  • Maintaining laboratory equipment, reference standards and consumables
  • Supporting investigations relating to analytical issues and implementing corrective actions
  • Completing allocated training and maintaining competency across analytical techniques

What we are looking for :

Essential

  • Degree, Diploma or Certificate in Chemistry, Analytical Science, Medical Laboratory Science or a related scientific discipline
  • Previous experience working within a pharmaceutical QC laboratory
  • Hands-on experience with HPLC analysis
  • Experience using a range of laboratory instrumentation and analytical techniques
  • Strong understanding of GMP, Data Integrity and Good Documentation Practices
  • Excellent attention to detail and analytical skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills

Desirable

  • Experience with Agilent HPLC systems and OpenLab software
  • Experience with Karl Fischer Titration, Dissolution testing and physical testing of pharmaceutical dosage forms
  • Experience reviewing analytical data and laboratory documentation
  • Previous experience supporting SOP reviews and method improvements

If you're an experienced QC Analyst looking for your next challenge in pharmaceutical manufacturing, we'd love to hear from you.

£32,000.00
Per annum
Negotiable
Added 15/07/2026
Reference: JN -042026-86554_1784130267

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