Senior Analytical Scientist

Job Title: Senior Analytical Scientist

Location: Moreton, UKContract – Permanent Salary – £40kSynergy is currently looking for a Senior Analytical Scientist to join their team working with a global pharmaceutical company based in the Northwest.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES: The role will be based in the newly opened, state-of-the-art laboratories at Moreton, and will involve working closely with customer lab leads and scientific teams to deliver all aspects of the analytical testing of drug substances, intermediates and finished medicines in line with the requirements of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP). We are seeking highly motivated and organised individuals with expertise in instrumental methods, including HPLC, dissolution testing, and Karl Fischer, in a GMP environment.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES: Plan, execute and troubleshoot analytical activities in compliance with customer procedures, using: o HPLC o Karl Fischer titration o Dissolution testing o Other techniques as appropriate Check and approve experimental data and results Apply knowledge to analytical technical problems and laboratory investigations Evaluate and feedback on new development analytical methods Perform analytical method validation experiments Provide input into audit readiness for internal and external regulatory inspections Ensure analytical records follow cGMP requirements and ALCOA+ principles Be responsible for the safety of self and others Proactively identify issues and appropriate actions to address Lead or contribute to continuous improvement initiatives, applying structured problem-solving methodologies (e.g. Lean, root cause analysis tools)Execute tasks according to regulatory, statutory, or client defined standards and requirementsActively participate in Synergy training and performance review processesOther duties as reasonably requested by the Synergy Team LeaderPERSON SPECIFICATION: Experience and Qualifications Degree in a relevant scientific discipline, for example, chemistry, analytical chemistry, biochemistry, or equivalent professional experience Expertise in HPLC and other relevant techniques, with demonstrable experience in the analysis of oral solid dose forms Experience of working in a GMP laboratory environment (3+ years)CompetenciesCustomer service focus, ability to work as a cohesive team Results orientated, self-motivated with an ability to evaluate and manage risks Excellent communication skills, including presentation skills and relationship building Ability to work efficiently without compromising safety, quality and delivery