Analytical Chemist
CV-LibraryRuislip, Greater LondonpermanentPosted: 5 March 2026
Apply NowWe are seeking an experienced Analytical Scientist to join our laboratory team in Ruislip. This laboratory-based role involves performing routine and non-routine analyses to support product development, stability programs, and quality control of pharmaceutical products.
About the role:
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Conduct analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using HPLC, HPLC-MS, GC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, particle size analysis, and titrations.
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Manage stability sample loading, pooling, and testing for product development and licensed product programs.
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Perform analytical development testing and technical transfer analysis to support new product introduction.
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Analyse investigational samples to support complaint investigations, OOS (Out-of-Specification), and OOT (Out-of-Trend) results.
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Assist with laboratory deviations and escalate critical compliance issues via the site Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS).
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Prepare and standardise chemical reagents and laboratory solutions; calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
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Maintain accurate documentation of test results and adhere to data integrity and laboratory safety procedures.
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support process validation, cleaning validation, audits, regulatory inspections, and CAPA implementation.
About you:
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Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy or an equivalent science-related discipline (required).
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Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, particle size analysis, and titrations (required)
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Knowledge of EU GMP guidelines and laboratory compliance standards (required).
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Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively (required).
Company benefits:
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Medicash Plan
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* EAP
* Life Assurance
About the role:
*
Conduct analytical testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products using HPLC, HPLC-MS, GC, UV-Vis spectroscopy, particle size analysis, and titrations.
*
Manage stability sample loading, pooling, and testing for product development and licensed product programs.
*
Perform analytical development testing and technical transfer analysis to support new product introduction.
*
Analyse investigational samples to support complaint investigations, OOS (Out-of-Specification), and OOT (Out-of-Trend) results.
*
Assist with laboratory deviations and escalate critical compliance issues via the site Pharmaceutical Quality System (PQS).
*
Prepare and standardise chemical reagents and laboratory solutions; calibrate and maintain laboratory equipment.
*
Maintain accurate documentation of test results and adhere to data integrity and laboratory safety procedures.
*
Collaborate with cross-functional teams and support process validation, cleaning validation, audits, regulatory inspections, and CAPA implementation.
About you:
*
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Pharmacy or an equivalent science-related discipline (required).
*
Experience with analytical techniques such as HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, particle size analysis, and titrations (required)
*
Knowledge of EU GMP guidelines and laboratory compliance standards (required).
*
Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to work independently and collaboratively (required).
Company benefits:
* Cycle to Work Scheme
* Medicash Plan
* Discretionary Bonus Scheme
* EAP
* Life Assurance