Job Description
Walker Cole International is working with a global pharmaceutical company focused on delivering high-quality active pharmaceutical ingredients to patients worldwide. This is a fantastic opportunity to join their QC Technical Services Team as a Senior QC Analyst (Validation) on a temporary basis, supporting validation and analytical transfer within a GMP environment.
In this role as Senior QC Analyst - Validation, you’ll:
* Lead and support validation and analytical transfer activities across QC for new and existing clients.
* Troubleshoot technical issues related to equipment and analytical techniques, ensuring minimal disruption to laboratory operations.
* Perform a broad range of QC testing, including raw material, API, drug product, packaging, in-process samples, and cleaning validation.
* Own analytical validation projects, preparing and reviewing relevant documentation in line with regulatory standards.
* Provide training and mentorship in validation procedures across the QC team.
* Collaborate with QA to ensure compliance and drive continuous improvement within the lab.
* Maintain clear, accurate documentation in accordance with GMP requirements and support wider lab improvement initiatives.
To be successful in this role, you’ll need:
* A degree (or equivalent experience) in a scientific discipline.
* Experience working in a pharmaceutical QC setting, with hands-on knowledge of HPLC, GC, FTIR, UV, PXRD, or DSC.
* Strong understanding of analytical method validation and transfer.
* Working knowledge of GMP and regulatory standards.
* A proactive, collaborative mindset and excellent communication skills.
If you’re looking to apply your validation expertise in a technically diverse QC team and want to support essential medicines reaching global markets, please apply or get in touch.