QC Analytical Chemist

QC Analytical Chemist

Agilent Technologies

Church Stretton, United Kingdom

Key Responsibilities

Testing & Analytical Operations

• Routine & Non-Routine Analysis: Conduct chemical and physical property testing of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products according to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Test Method Development: Execute validation, assays and MSA studies to support product lifecycle and quality standards.

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

• Data Integrity & Review: Compile, document and review test data for strict compliance with specifications. Report any abnormalities, out-of-specification (OOS) results, or process deviations.
• Product Release: Certification, stock control and authorize release of conforming materials.
• SOP Maintenance: Author, revise, and update Standard Operating Procedures as needed to align with continuous improvement and regulatory standards.

Projects & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Special & Cross-Functional Projects: Lead and contribute to analytical projects focused on method optimization, new test introduction, and technical investigations alongside Manufacturing, R&D, Engineering and Quality teams.
• Technical Support: Provide analytical expertise for customer investigations and cross-functional business initiatives.
• Knowledge Sharing: Support team training and share technical knowledge across the laboratory where appropriate.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline.
• Experience: Hands-on practical experience working in a Quality Control or analytical testing laboratory environment.
• Analytical Techniques: Strong proficiency with HPLC/GPC equipment, method application, and general analytical data analysis.
• Chromatography & Instrumentation (Desirable): While GC-MS or LC-MS skills are highly desirable to support occasional specialized testing, the role is primarily focused on general liquid chromatography and wet chemistry. Additional experience with FTIR, UV-Vis, ICP-OES/ICP-MS, or automated titration is a plus.