QC / Analytical Chemist

Due to continuous growth, our client is seeking to recruit an experienced QC Analytical Chemist to join their analytical department. The role, situated in the London area, involves testing and analysis of various products, employing both wet chemistry analytical techniques and instrumental methods such as Gas Chromatography, HPLC, FTIR, DSC, Viscosity, and UV analysis to ensure compliance with GMP, GLP, and Health & Safety (H&S) standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Sample preparation according to SOPs, work requests, procedures, and instructions.
• Performing calibration and daily checks of equipment, balances, and pipettes.
• Reporting results and drafting concise reports.
• Executing and documenting QC work and tasks in accordance with the Quality system.
• Generating Certificates of Analysis.
• Participating in the development and validation of analytical methods.
• Developing SOPs and batch records.
• Undertaking any other assigned tasks.

Other Responsibilities:

• Maintaining cleanliness of the QC laboratory area, including cleaning glassware and small equipment.
• Managing analytical and QC laboratory supplies, collaborating with other functions, placing orders, and adhering to storage protocols for analytical materials, supplies, and small equipment as per the Quality System.

Qualifications:

• Degree in Chemistry/Analytical Science.
• Experience in GC and/or HPLC analytical methods.
• Demonstrated ability to conduct manual and automated tests with precision and accuracy and operate associated analytical equipment.
• Competence in using computer software packages.
• Experience working in GMP/GLP environments.

To apply for this position, candidates must be living in the UK and eligible to work.