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Job title: QC Analyst
Location: Worthing, West Sussex
Contract Type: Inside IR35

Contract Length: 6 months (possibility of extension)

Overview

GSK is a science-led global healthcare company with a special purpose: to help people do more, feel better, live longer. We are on an audacious journey to impact the health of 2.5 billion people over the next decade. Our R&D division is at the forefront of this mission, dedicated to the discovery and development of groundbreaking vaccines and medicines. We are transforming the landscape of medical research by integrating cutting-edge science and technology and harnessing the power of genetics and new data. By fostering a collaborative environment that unites the talents of our people, we are revolutionizing R&D to pre-empt and defeat diseases. Join us in our commitment to uniting science, technology, and talent to get ahead of disease together.

Role Overview

GSK are currently recruiting for a QC Analyst to join our Quality Control team at the Worthing Manufacturing site. You’ll be working in a motivated, high performing team of eight analysts, sharing knowledge and supporting on a daily basis. The role requires testing of physical and chemical analytical test methods on oral products for release to market. Also, stability studies on those products using SOPs, and accurately documenting the results as part of the Quality Control process to ensure a batch of product is of satisfactory quality.

Key Responsibilities

• 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 check and verify analytical testing and data generated by other analysts.
• 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 take a lead role within a small team of analysts working together on a common analytical technique e.g. HPLC.
• Supplying data / reports to Value Stream as requested.
• May be required to communicate with the relevant Value Steam to progress OOS investigations.

Minimum Skills & Qualifications

This role would suit a motivated individual who has:

• A genuine interest in Chemistry and laboratory-based work.
• Scientific qualification (minimum A-Level or equivalent scientific qualification).
• Experience working in a laboratory environment OR strong scientific education background.
• Ability to follow SOPs and detailed procedures accurately.
• Strong attention to detail and compliance mindset.
• Good verbal communication skills and ability to work within a close-knit team.
• Strong English communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and adapt to GSK laboratory processes and systems.
• Ability to work fully onsite in Worthing.
• No penicillin allergy due to the nature of the manufacturing site.

Preferred Skills & Qualifications

• Previous pharmaceutical manufacturing experience.
• Experience working in a regulated environment (GMP, GLP, SOP-driven environments).
• HPLC experience.
• Experience with analytical laboratory equipment.
• Experience handling chemicals and laboratory materials.
• Knowledge of laboratory data systems (Empower, LES, LabX).

Why GSK?

Uniting science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together.

GSK is a global biopharma company with a special purpose – to unite science, technology and talent to get ahead of disease together – so we can positively impact the health of billions of people and deliver stronger, more sustainable shareholder returns – as an organisation where people can thrive. We prevent and treat disease with vaccines, specialty and general medicines. We focus on the science of the immune system and the use of new platform and data technologies, investing in four core therapeutic areas (infectious diseases, HIV, respiratory/ immunology and oncology).

Our success absolutely depends on our people. While getting ahead of disease together is about our ambition for patients and shareholders, it’s also about making GSK a place where people can thrive. We want GSK to be a place where people feel inspired, encouraged and challenged to be the best they can be. A place where they can be themselves – feeling welcome, valued, and included. Where they can keep growing and look after their wellbeing. So, if you share our ambition, join us at this exciting moment in our journey to get Ahead Together.

Inclusion at GSK

GSK is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, disability, genetic information, military service, covered/protected veteran status or any other federal, state or local protected class.

If you need any adjustments in the recruitment process, please get in touch with our Recruitment team (EMEA-GSKLink@allegisglobalsolutions.com) to further discuss this today.

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