Qc Analyst

Job Title: Quality Control Analyst Location: Newmarket, England, United Kingdom. About the Company We are a leading UK manufacturer of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates, providing high-quality custom manufacturing and process development services to customers across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented QC Analyst to join our Quality Control team. About the Role As a QC Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our products. Your key responsibilities will include: Responsibilities * Performing routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. * Operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and wet chemistry techniques. * Reviewing analytical data to ensure compliance with specifications. * Preparing analytical reports and laboratory documentation in accordance with GMP and company procedures. * Investigating Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and laboratory deviations as required. * Supporting analytical method verification, validation, and method transfers. * Assisting with stability studies and environmental monitoring activities. * Performing instrument calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting. * Maintaining laboratory housekeeping and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety procedures. * Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and quality. * Collaborating with Production, QA, and Process Development teams. Qualifications Essential: * Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related scientific discipline. * Previous laboratory experience within a pharmaceutical, chemical, CDMO, or GMP-regulated environment. * Hands-on experience using HPLC and/or GC. * Good understanding of GMP and laboratory documentation practices. * Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. * Ability to work independently and as part of a team. * Strong written and verbal communication skills. Desirable: * Experience working within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. * Knowledge of analytical method validation and transfer. * Experience investigating OOS/OOT results. * Familiarity with LIMS, Empower, Chromeleon, or similar chromatography software. * Understanding of ICH guidelines and data integrity principles (ALCOA+) Pay range and compensation package Salary: £28,000 to £36,000 dependent on experience