QC Analyst

This role would be suitable for a QC Analyst looking for a 18 month fixed term contract, salary between £30-38k, and there is also a quarterly bonus and completion bonus.

Skills needed are typically Gas chromatography, HPLC, UPLC etc.

The role provides analytical testing support for all pharmaceutical products manufactured at the Farnham site. Following company Quality Standards or Pharmacopoeia methods testing will cover raw materials, excipients, components, in-process samples and finished products. Testing will include a high proportion of visual and physical measurements associated with the testing of components. Performs qualitative tests or quantitative assays on samples using techniques that vary from use of standard analytical equipment to highly modern and automated instrumentation. Responsibilities will also include documenting all work in a compliant manner, participating in OOS investigations, reviewing of analytical results to ensure accuracy and compliance to test methods, preparation of all laboratory documentation.

· Ensure that departmental objectives are implemented in line with the overall Quality/Corporate goals.

· Comply with all safety and GMP requirements within the Laboratory.

· Plan a daily schedule to meet testing requirements.

· Preparation and timely submission of test samples from raw materials, in-process and final product samples to both internal laboratories and to external test houses.

· Operation of laboratory equipment including daily up-keep and maintenance and assist in trouble-shooting when required.

· Working to Standard Operating Procedures/WIs, complete the sampling, inspection and analysis of Raw Materials or Components, In-Process and Final Product samples to defined Chemical, Physical and Pharmacopoeia test procedures to support Manufacturing and Development activities.

· Document all testing activities to regulatory standards.

· Manage information to support monitoring and evaluation of cGMP compliance including Key Performance Indicators (KPI).

· Participate in and facilitate improvement programs within the Laboratory.

· Participate in multi-functional teams to support project assignments as required.

· Ensure that all interactions and engagements are carried out with the highest ethical and professional standards and that all work is accomplished with quality and in accordance with the Client’s values.

· Complete additional tasks considered necessary to meet business and customer requirements as indicated by the team leader.

· Carry out other reasonable tasks as required by the Team leader.

For this role you must be eligible to work in the UK, no visas can be supplied.

Education and Experience

* Be educated in Science or related discipline.

* Possess relevant experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry.

* 1-2 years’ experience in an analytical Laboratory is preferable.

* A knowledge of quality systems and the experience of working in a regulated environment preferred.

* Have a good knowledge of GLP/GMP.

* An understanding and application of COSHH regulations in a chemical industry.

* Demonstrated advanced computer skills – Microsoft Office preferred.

* Good written and verbal skills.

* To perform precise and constant analysis in support of analytical testing.

* To complete assignments in a timely manner and communicate progress at intervals.

* To analytically evaluate results.

* Be a self-starter capable of delivering consistent results to a high level.

* Must be a team player and be able to interact with colleagues in a constructive and positive manner