Nexus Life Sciences

Job Title: Quality Control Analyst Location : Newmarket, England, United Kingdom. About the Company We are a leading UK manufacturer of fine chemicals and pharmaceutical intermediates, providing high-quality custom manufacturing and process development services to customers across the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agrochemical, and specialty chemical industries. As part of our continued growth, we are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented QC Analyst to join our Quality Control team. About the Role As a QC Analyst, you will play a critical role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our products. Your key responsibilities will include: Responsibilities Performing routine and non-routine analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. Operating and maintaining analytical instrumentation, including HPLC, GC, UV-Vis, FTIR, Karl Fischer, and wet chemistry techniques. Reviewing analytical data to ensure compliance with specifications. Preparing analytical reports and laboratory documentation in accordance with GMP and company procedures. Investigating Out of Specification (OOS), Out of Trend (OOT), and laboratory deviations as required. Supporting analytical method verification, validation, and method transfers. Assisting with stability studies and environmental monitoring activities. Performing instrument calibration, routine maintenance, and troubleshooting. Maintaining laboratory housekeeping and ensuring compliance with Health & Safety procedures. Participating in continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and quality. Collaborating with Production, QA, and Process Development teams. Qualifications Essential: Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related scientific discipline. Previous laboratory experience within a pharmaceutical, chemical, CDMO, or GMP-regulated environment. Hands-on experience using HPLC and/or GC. Good understanding of GMP and laboratory documentation practices. Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills. Ability to work independently and as part of a team. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Desirable: Experience working within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Knowledge of analytical method validation and transfer. Experience investigating OOS/OOT results. Familiarity with LIMS, Empower, Chromeleon, or similar chromatography software. Understanding of ICH guidelines and data integrity principles (ALCOA+) Pay range and compensation package Salary: 28,000 to 36,000 dependent on experience.

Job Advertisement: Senior Scientist - Mass Spectrometry Overview We are hiring a senior scientist with expertise in advanced mass spectrometry (LC-MS/MS or GC-MS/MS) to join our growing team. Salary: 40,000 - 50,000 Key Responsibilities Develop and optimize methods using LC-MS/MS and GC-MS/MS. Handle complex sample types (e.g., lipids, oils, botanical materials). Contribute to method validation under ICH and GMP guidelines. Ensure analytical quality and data integrity. Act as a technical specialist in mass spectrometry and troubleshoot challenges. Support laboratory processes and improve best practices. Build proficiency in GMP requirements over time. Qualifications Essential: BSc/MSc/PhD in Analytical Chemistry or a related field. Strong hands-on experience with LC-MS/MS or GC-MS/MS. Proven expertise in method development and problem-solving. Familiarity with analyzing complex matrices. Commitment to high analytical standards. Desirable: GMP or regulated environment experience. ICP-MS or complementary analytical techniques. Understanding of data integrity (e.g., ALCOA+). Benefits Generous Leave: Up to 40.5 days annually, including Christmas closures. Pension: 15% employer contribution to a personal pension plan. Employee Support: Access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP). Flexible Work Options: Self-managed hours and work-life balance flexibility. Career Growth: Opportunities to advance skills in mass spectrometry and GMP. Collaborative Team: Join a technically driven team in a growing pharmaceutical sector. Why Apply? Join us to leverage your mass spectrometry expertise while contributing to innovative pharmaceutical solutions. This is an opportunity to work in a supportive, inclusive environment at the forefront of analytical development in a growing sector.