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CK Group are recruiting for a QC Analyst, to join a company in the pharmaceutical industry, at their site based in Worthing, on a contract basis, initially for 6 months until October 2025.

Salary:

£15.64 per hour PAYE.

QC Analyst Role:

To test routine production and stability samples supplied from the site Value Streams and meet testing lead-time targets.
Calibrate and maintain analytical equipment.
Carry out qualitative and quantitative analysis of antibiotic powders and solid dose forms using a wide range of analytical techniques (eg: HPLC, Karl Fischer, dissolutions etc).
To carry out OOS investigations and discuss the outcome with Team Leader, or relevant production Dept, QA manager or a Qualified Person, as required.
To adhere to and help maintain the highest levels of safety and GLP within the section and ensure training records are kept up to date.
Daily liaison with both other analysts and team leader regarding testing and test results. 
May be required to communicate with the relevant Value Steam. to progress OOS investigations. 
Your Background:

A bachelors degree in a relevant field or equivalent work experience.
Previous experience working in a Quality Control role in the pharmaceutical industry would be preferable.
GMP and/or GLP experience. 
Company:

Our client is one of the largest global healthcare companies researching, developing and supplying innovative medicines, vaccines and healthcare products with their global headquarters in the UK. They invest around £1bn in research and development in the UK annually.

Location:

This role is based at our clients site in Worthing.

Apply:

It is essential that applicants hold entitlement to work in the UK. Please quote job reference (Apply online only) in all correspondence.

Please note: 

This role may be subject to a satisfactory basic Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

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