Senior Scientist

Unfortunately we do not offer sponsorship for this role.
Hours: 39 hours per week, 09:00 - 17:15 (4 days), 09:00 - 17:30 (1 day)
Purpose of the post
We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Scientist, Gas Chromatography (GC) Subject Matter Expert to provide technical leadership within our GMP-regulated Biopharmaceutical Chemistry laboratory. Acting as the department's recognised GC specialist, you will support the delivery of high-quality analytical testing services, lead complex scientific investigations, and drive excellence across method development, validation, troubleshooting, compliance, and continuous improvement activities.
Key Responsibilities
Act as the technical lead and subject matter expert for Gas Chromatography across the Chemistry department.
Perform and oversee complex analytical testing to support biopharmaceutical products and projects within a GMP-regulated laboratory environment.
Lead and support method development, validation, verification, transfer, and optimisation activities.
Provide technical guidance, troubleshooting expertise, and scientific support for chromatographic methods and instrumentation.
Conduct technical reviews, data reviews, and batch audits to ensure compliance with GMP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements.
Lead root cause investigations, quality risk assessments, CAPAs, change controls, and other quality-related activities.
Develop, review, and approve analytical procedures, protocols, reports, and controlled GMP documentation.
Build and maintain strong client relationships through technical discussions, project support, audit participation, and inter-company collaboration.
Support regulatory inspections, client audits, self-inspections, continuous improvement initiatives, and the delivery of technical training across the department.
Degree in Life Sciences, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.
Extensive experience within a GMP or GLP-regulated laboratory environment, with significant expertise in Gas Chromatography.
Strong knowledge of chromatographic method development, validation, transfer, verification, and troubleshooting.
Experience working with pharmacopoeial methods and requirements (USP, EP, BP, JP or equivalent).
Excellent understanding of GMP, data integrity, and regulatory compliance requirements.
Strong leadership, communication, problem-solving, and report-writing skills.
Ability to build effective client relationships and provide technical guidance, mentoring, and training.

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No