Job Summary
Specialised expertise in the analysis and assessment of pharmaceutical and related products to ensure product quality for clinical use.
Analysis covers chemical, physical and microbial techniques.
Expertise in underpinning Quality Assurance principles affecting medicines safety
General Task list
Report any deviations from documented procedures.
Raise corrective and preventive actions as necessary.
Carry out actions as required for Quality issues.
Write and review documented procedures (directed by Laboratory Manager)
Assist colleagues and participate in training as necessary.
Train and supervise others (directed by Laboratory Manager)
Demonstrate work activities to interested parties.
Attend and take an active part in departmental meetings.
Plan and organise personal workload to meet department needs.
Request stock orders as necessary.
Be aware of health & safety issues within the workplace and comply with all appropriate guidance.
Awareness of GLP
Participate in the staff appraisal scheme.
Attend lectures and courses as requested.
Main duties of the job
Providing accurate, reliable results from the chemical, physical and microbiological analysis of products to allow assessment of product quality.
Completing project work to a timescale
Developing and validating analytical methods to produce robust techniques
Training of staff
Performing formulation and stability studies on pharmaceutical products and components
Report writing
Keeping up to date with knowledge in pharmaceutical analysis
Carrying out analysis off-site as required, including environmental monitoring and medical gas testing.
Contributing to the continued regulatory compliance of the laboratory through various QA tasks
Deviation reporting
Root cause investigation
CAPA and Change control planning
Carrying out internal audits and producing audit reports
Developing and writing standard analytical procedures.
About Us
North Bristol NHS Trust employs over 12,000 staff providing healthcare to the residents of Bristol, South Gloucestershire and North Somerset from our award-winning hospital building at Southmead. We are the regional Major Trauma Centre, and an internationally recognised centre of excellence in a range of services and major specialities. Our vision is that by enabling our teams to be the best that they can be, we will provide exceptional healthcare, personally delivered.
North Bristol NHS Trust values all people as individuals. We aim to be an anti-discriminatory organisation and are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We welcome applicants from all underrepresented groups.
Details
Date posted
05 February 2026
Pay scheme
Agenda for change
Band
Band 5
Salary
£31,049 to £37,796 a year
Contract
Permanent
Working pattern
Full-time
Reference number
339-CCS9047-LMH-B
Job locations
Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
QC Analyst tasks (Band 5)
The following is a list of QC analyst tasks. It may be adjusted as appropriate provided agreement is reached. A Band 5 analyst should be able to carry out the majority of routine analysis and R&D projects with minimal supervision/guidance.
Carry out routine analysis according to documented procedures.
Validate analytical methods according to documented procedures.
Develop analytical methods according to documented procedures.
Carry out stability studies according to documented procedures.
Carry out projects according to documented procedures.
Participates with task rotation with other QC analysts in the team.
Record accurate results.
Report and investigate out of specification results where required.
Maintain and improve scientific knowledge through training and literature resources.
Monitor and calibrate laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to internal programme.
Plan and organise personal workload to meet department needs.
Prepare reagents as necessary.
Maintain laboratory in clean and tidy condition.
Carry out routine environmental monitoring of aseptic suite as required.
Provide support and cover for the following tasks when necessary:
Participate in sample management, e.g. Book-in samples according to documented procedures.
Unpack and store received goods.
Carry out routine monitoring checks, e.g. temperatures, clean room pressures.
Weekly disposal of tested samples for chemical analysis
Disposal of expired reagents
Generate C of As for analytical tests
Place orders.
Take minutes at meetings.
Process leader Tasks.
The QC Analyst role includes being a process leader for a limited number of analytical areas. This involves covering things such as queries, training, routine audit including competency assessment and nonconformities etc. They will need to become familiar with the relevant regulations and the status of the area in terms of compliance and risk. The process leader will plan, or be involved in planning actions to correct any failings or make improvements in their area.
Job Description
Job responsibilities
For a more detailed job description, main responsibilities, and Person Specification, please refer to the job description document attached to this vacancy.
QC Analyst tasks (Band 5)
The following is a list of QC analyst tasks. It may be adjusted as appropriate provided agreement is reached. A Band 5 analyst should be able to carry out the majority of routine analysis and R&D projects with minimal supervision/guidance.
Carry out routine analysis according to documented procedures.
Validate analytical methods according to documented procedures.
Develop analytical methods according to documented procedures.
Carry out stability studies according to documented procedures.
Carry out projects according to documented procedures.
Participates with task rotation with other QC analysts in the team.
Record accurate results.
Report and investigate out of specification results where required.
Maintain and improve scientific knowledge through training and literature resources.
Monitor and calibrate laboratory equipment and instrumentation according to internal programme.
Plan and organise personal workload to meet department needs.
Prepare reagents as necessary.
Maintain laboratory in clean and tidy condition.
Carry out routine environmental monitoring of aseptic suite as required.
Provide support and cover for the following tasks when necessary:
Participate in sample management, e.g. Book-in samples according to documented procedures.
Unpack and store received goods.
Carry out routine monitoring checks, e.g. temperatures, clean room pressures.
Weekly disposal of tested samples for chemical analysis
Disposal of expired reagents
Generate C of As for analytical tests
Place orders.
Take minutes at meetings.
Process leader Tasks.
The QC Analyst role includes being a process leader for a limited number of analytical areas. This involves covering things such as queries, training, routine audit including competency assessment and nonconformities etc. They will need to become familiar with the relevant regulations and the status of the area in terms of compliance and risk. The process leader will plan, or be involved in planning actions to correct any failings or make improvements in their area.
Person Specification
Essential
education/training/qualifications
First degree in a relevant science subject
Desirable
Membership of a professional body (e.g. RSC)
Registered Quality Controller for Medical Gas Pipeline Systems
Essential
Work Experience
Several years' experience in pharmaceutical analysis
Analytical projects in pharmaceutical analysis
Use of scientific software
Experience in a GMP environment
Quality assurance and use of quality management systems
Desirable
Supervisory and training experience
Essential
Knowledge/Skills/Abilities
To be able to pay attention to detail
To have good organisational skills
To be able to show initiative
The ability to solve technical problems
Good Teamworker
Good communication skills
Manual dexterity
To be familiar with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice
Knowledge of laboratory health and safety
Current valid driving licence
Person Specification
Essential
To be able to pay attention to detail
To have good organisational skills
To be able to show initiative
The ability to solve technical problems
Good Teamworker
Good communication skills
Manual dexterity
To be familiar with the principles of Good Laboratory Practice
Knowledge of laboratory health and safety
Current valid driving licence
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Certificate of Sponsorship
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
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Employer details
Employer name
North Bristol NHS Trust
Address
Southmead Hospital
Bristol
BS10 5NB
Employer's website
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