QC Chemist

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.