Analytical Chemist

Jackson Hogg are delighted to be supporting a leading pharmaceutical company in their search for an Analytical Chemist in the North-East.

Summary of the Analytical Chemist role

As the Analytical Chemist you will perform analysis and related activities in accordance with the requirements of Current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP).

Please note that we would welcome applications from graduates with some relevant industry experience.

Your responsibilities

• Performing analysis and reporting results in accordance with cGMP requirements.
• Investigating analytical deviations and out of specification results with appropriate rigour and contributing to their root cause resolution.
• Performing routine auditing of laboratory areas.
• Organising the calibration and maintenance of analytical laboratory equipment.
• Supporting method validation and cGMP stability programs.
• Carrying out SAP transactions in a timely and accurate manner.
• Performing technical transfers between internal and external customers.
• Characterising reference materials for use in cGMP analysis.
• Developing, evaluating and preparing analytical methods and SOPs as required.
• Liaising with manufacturing, technical and operational quality personnel on relevant aspects of compliance and analytical atypicality.

Requirements for the role

• Must have a degree in Chemistry or other relevant scientific discipline.
• Previous experience of HPLC and GC techniques is essential.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.
• Must have previous laboratory experience, ideally within a GMP environment.
• Previous experience with Chromatography Data Systems is essential, ideally Chromeleon.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to learn and develop their skills within a progressive pharmaceutical company. Additionally, they will also receive a competitive salary and benefits package.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Flexitime
• Monday to Friday
• No weekends

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Newcastle upon Tyne: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Education:

• Bachelor's (preferred)

Work Location: One location