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Walker Cole International is currently searching for a QC Analyst to join a Pharmaceutical Business based in the South East.

The QC Analyst will be responsible for ensuring the quality and safety of solid pharmaceutical products through rigorous testing, analysis, and documentation.

Your responsibilities as QC Analyst would be to:

  • Perform routine and non-routine testing of tablet formulations, including raw materials, in-process tablet samples, and finished tablet products.

  • Troubleshoot for any problems related to analytical methods and equipment and carry out calibrations and maintenance when required

  • Write technical documentation associated with the QC department

  • Work cross functionally to assist in problem solving relating to unexpected results

    We are searching for a candidate who:

  • Degree-educated in a relevant scientific discipline.

  • Has a minimum of 1 years’ experience working in a GMP regulated environment.

  • Has experience using LCMS, HPLC, GC and UPLC.

  • Has strong communication skills.

    HPLC | LCMS | Analysis | GMP | Scientist | Pharmaceuticals | High-Performance Liquid Chromatography | Liquid Chromatography-Mass Spectrometry | Good Manufacturing Practice

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