Quality Control Chemist TGA Facility

Activ Pharmaceuticals, based in Smeaton Grange, manufactures liquid and cream products in cosmetic and therapeutic grades and is a part of the Activ Pharmaceuticals Group.

We are now looking for a Quality Control Chemist to join our dynamic team.

Essential Criteria are as follows:

· Minimum 3 years’ experience working in a GLP/GMP Quality Control environment, with a strong understanding of the Code of GMP and its application within a laboratory setting.

· Demonstrated experience performing analysis and formal release of starting materials, bulk products, and finished products in a timely manner.

· Experience using pharmaceutical compendia such as BP, USP, and other relevant standards.

· Minimum 3 years’ hands-on experience with GC, HPLC, IR, UV, and potentiometric analytical techniques, including troubleshooting and method optimisation.

· Proven experience in analytical method validation in accordance with regulatory and industry requirements.

· Experience performing laboratory equipment calibration, qualification, and ongoing performance verification activities.

· Experience providing training and technical guidance on the operation, care, maintenance, and troubleshooting of HPLC, GC, and other laboratory instruments.

· Bachelor of Science (Chemistry) or a closely related scientific discipline.

Duties of this position will include:

· Performing OOS, OOT and OOE investigations and root cause analysis.

· Providing technical support to Management (e.g., summarised QC data, trend records etc).

· Providing analytical support to the product development department and stability program.

· Maintenance of all QC records, including notebooks and equipment logbooks in accordance with GLP/GMP requirements.

· Reviewing Supplier/Manufacturer CoAs, supply chain records and other QC documentation.

· Performing reference solution standardisation.

The successful candidate should also possess the following:

· Excellent communication skills.

· Ability to work independently or as part of a team.

· Have a sound understanding of data integrity requirements in the laboratory.

In return, Activ Pharmaceuticals will offer:

• An immediate start working a 38-hour week with a 2.30pm finish on a Friday.

• An equitable and ethical workplace.

• Employee Assistance Programme.

• Competitive salary.

• On site parking.

• The support of a professional team working in a safe environment.

Previous applicants need not apply.