QC Chemist

Reference: JN -102026-87842_1793874860

QC Chemist

Location: Manchester, UK
Department: Quality Control & Analytics
Working Hours: Full-time
Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Are you an experienced Analytical Chemist with experience working within a GMP or ISO-regulated laboratory?

We are working with a pharmaceutical development and manufacturing organisation seeking a proactive and detail-oriented QC Chemist to join its Quality Control & Analytics team in Manchester.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a dynamic and collaborative environment, supporting manufacturing, research and development, and a diverse range of customer projects. You will play an important role in ensuring products meet the highest quality standards while contributing to scientific innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

  • Conduct qualitative and quantitative chemical analysis of raw materials, intermediates and finished products.

  • Perform material sampling, sample preparation and analytical testing to support QC, Production and PR&D activities.

  • Carry out routine laboratory testing in accordance with GMP, ISO standards, SOPs and client requirements.

  • Support analytical method development and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Maintain accurate, detailed and audit-ready laboratory records and project documentation.

  • Interpret, evaluate and communicate analytical results to internal teams, management and clients where required.

  • Manage multiple testing priorities and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and high analytical standards.

  • Support the QC Manager and QC Team Leader with day-to-day laboratory operations.

  • Promote and maintain Health & Safety, Quality and 5S standards within the laboratory.

Requirements & Experience

  • Experience within a Quality Control laboratory operating under GMP and/or ISO-regulated standards.

  • A background in Analytical Chemistry or a related scientific discipline.

  • Practical experience with at least 1-2 of the following analytical techniques:

    • HPLC (preferred)

    • GC (preferred)

    • NMR (preferred)

    • LC-MS

    • ICP-OES

  • Strong practical laboratory and analytical chemistry skills.

  • Excellent attention to detail and the ability to produce accurate and reliable analytical results.

  • Strong organisational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage competing priorities.

  • Confident written and verbal communication skills.

  • Ability to work independently, including occasional lone working, as well as collaboratively within a team.

  • A proactive approach to troubleshooting, problem-solving and continuous improvement.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

  • Exposure to a varied range of analytical projects and customer requirements.

  • Opportunity to develop your technical expertise within a collaborative laboratory environment.

  • Involvement in manufacturing, research and development, and continuous improvement activities.

Interested?

If you have a background in Analytical Chemistry and experience working within a GMP or ISO-regulated QC laboratory, we would love to hear from you.

Apply today or get in touch to find out more about this opportunity.

£28,000.00 - £30,000.00
Per annum
Negotiable
Added 05/11/2026
Reference: JN -102026-87842_1793874860

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