Senior QC Analyst

Are you a detail‑driven laboratory professional with a passion for maintaining high standards in a regulated scientific environment?

Smart4 Sciences are working with a well‑established and innovative specialist in pharmaceutical formulation and product development to recruit a Senior QC Analyst to join their quality control team.

The Role
This is a hands‑on opportunity to lead and support analytical activities within a GMP‑regulated laboratory environment. You will play a key role in ensuring the accurate sampling, testing, and reporting of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products, while maintaining compliance with GMP and ALCOA+ principles.

You will also provide supervision and mentorship to team members, supporting onboarding, training, and continuous improvement across laboratory operations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and perform sampling, testing, and reporting of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products.
Ensure all analytical activities are conducted in line with GMP and ALCOA+ data integrity standards.
Utilise a wide range of analytical techniques to support quality control activities.
Supervise and mentor laboratory team members, supporting development and performance.
Assist with onboarding and training of new starters.
Investigate non‑conformances, deviations, and OOS/OOT results, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.
Support continuous improvement initiatives within the laboratory environment.
Ensure adherence to all safety, health, environmental, and quality standards at all times.

Essential:

Proven experience in analytical testing within a regulated environment (e.g. pharmaceuticals, medical devices, food manufacturing).
Strong understanding of GMP and data integrity principles (ALCOA+).
Experience supervising, mentoring, or leading laboratory team members.
Ability to investigate and manage non‑conformances and deviations.
Excellent attention to detail and organisational skills.
A degree in a relevant scientific discipline.You'll be joining a forward‑thinking organisation that places strong emphasis on quality, compliance, collaboration, and continuous improvement, offering an excellent opportunity to progress your career in a senior laboratory position
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed