*Cleaning Validation Analyst - Swindon - Top CDMO globally*
Location: Onsite in Swindon
Start date: ASAP
Work Arrangement: Shifts: 4 on and 4 off. 12 hour shift from 7:00-19:00
Type of position: Freelance. Minimum 12 month contract with the view to extend
Job Description
Planet Pharma are working with a global leader in supporting the development and manufacture of medicines, working across biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, and advanced therapies. It partners with companies of all sizes to help bring treatments from early research through to commercial production, offering expertise in biologics, cell and gene therapies, small molecules, and highly regulated manufacturing processes. Known for its strong focus on quality, innovation, and compliance, it provides end‑to‑end services that enable life‑changing therapies to reach patients safely and efficiently.
Description:
The primary responsibilities of this role include swabbing production equipment and analysing samples in accordance with GMP and GLP procedures. The successful candidate must be able to understand and accurately follow written instructions. Full training will be provided, and the flexi Cleaning Validation Analyst will work alongside a trained scientist while performing the following activities.
Responsibilities:
Develop a working knowledge of Cleaning Validation requirements and carry out cleaning validation analyses as needed.
Use laboratory equipment such as balances, pH meters, and HPLC systems.
Work safely within both pharmaceutical manufacturing and laboratory environments, adhering to the relevant GMP standards for each area.
Handle controlled documentation, including printing and following approved written procedures.
Perform analytical tasks with a high Right‑First‑Time standard.
Manage day‑to‑day activities under daily supervision, including identifying correct specifications, methods, and validation protocols for testing.
Complete assigned tasks within the required timeframes.
Maintain personal and shared laboratory areas in accordance with 5S principles.
Ensure full GMP compliance, including documentation, archiving, and completion of ComplianceWire training.
Work in line with EH&S requirements, ensuring all tasks follow approved Risk Assessments and COSHH documentation.
Demonstrate basic understanding of corporate standards, site policies, and procedures.
Requirements:
To have working knowledge and be able to conduct Cleaning Validation analysis as required. Using techniques such as Balances, pH meter, HPLC etc
Life science and GMP experience with the ability to follow GMP/GLP procedures and written instructions accurately
If this role isn't suitable for you, please let us know if you can refer anyone – any recommendations are much appreciated Planet Pharma offers a competitive referral scheme so you will be rewarded for your help
About Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is an American parented Employment Business/Agency that provides global staffing services with its head-quarters in Chicago and our EMEA regional office located in Central London. We have invested significantly in creating a robust international platform that enables us to work compliantly in 30+ countries with a current network of 2500+ active contractors globally as well as a very strong permanent / direct hire recruitment offering.
Our specialist knowledge and close relationships with our clients and the wider industry really makes us unique in our field. Just recently we were recognized by FORBES as the 17th best professional staffing firm, and have won multiple awards from industry accredited bodies for our commitment to excellence and service delivery. We have extensive functional expertise including: Regulatory Affairs, Pharmacovigilance, QA, QC, Submissions experts, Clinical development, Quality, Biostatistics, and Medical Affairs / Writing.
We are an equal opportunities Recruitment Business and Agency.
We welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age.