Details:
- Job Type: Permanent
- Job Status: Full-Time
- Location: Scotland
- Date: 3 weeks ago
Description:
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and technically skilled Analytical Chemist to join a specialist GMP laboratory supporting the development and analysis of advanced pharmaceutical products. This role offers the chance to work with cutting-edge analytical technologies while contributing to a rapidly expanding and highly collaborative scientific environment.
The Opportunity
As a key member of the analytical team, you will take a leading role in the development, validation, and optimisation of analytical methods for complex pharmaceutical matrices. You will serve as a technical expert in mass spectrometry and support the ongoing growth of analytical capabilities within a regulated GMP environment.
Key Responsibilities
Lead analytical method development, optimisation, and validation in line with ICH Q2(R2) guidelines
Operate and develop methods using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS platforms
Utilise high-resolution mass spectrometry and ICP-MS for advanced analytical investigations
Perform analysis using UHPLC, HPLC, and GC-based techniques
Troubleshoot complex sample matrices, including lipid-based formulations and botanical extracts
Support equipment qualification activities (IQ/OQ/PQ) and lifecycle management
Contribute to computerised system validation (CSV) activities
Act as a technical lead for mass spectrometry applications and capability development
Support regulatory submissions, inspections, and audit readiness activities About You You will bring a strong background in analytical chemistry combined with hands-on GMP laboratory experience.
Essential Requirements:
MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry (or equivalent experience)
Proven experience within a GMP-regulated laboratory environment
Strong expertise in LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS method development
Experience with ICP-MS analysis
Knowledge of ICH Q2(R2), EU GMP, and ALCOA+ principles
Experience using industry-standard chromatography and mass spectrometry software Desirable Experience:
Pharmaceutical, cannabinoid, lipid, or botanical extract analysis
High-resolution mass spectrometry
Method transfer and lifecycle management activities
Regulatory submission support