Specialist Analytical Development

Are you looking for... an exciting professional challenge?  We are one of the leading European contract manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, biotech and healthcare sectors, with some 2,300 employees in Germany, France, Finland, UK and Norway. For us, the next step is always the one that matters most. Our fast pace drives us forward, fills our working environment with life and spurs our growth. Our winning formula for shared success: room for passion. Because we know that passion is the best medicine when it comes to excellent service around the world. Welcome to NextPharma. Job Purpose Development Analyst: To conduct analysis, technical stability studies, and the development, validation and transfer of analytical methods. The role will be responsible for providing technical expertise at both a theoretical and practical level.  The ideal candidate will therefore have a pharmaceutical analysis background and have gained experience within a cGMP, FDA and MHRA regulated environment.   The successful candidate will thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and play an active role in analytical testing of complex formulations from development through to clinical manufacture. Key responsibilities and accountabilities: Actively participate in, and take ownership of, analytical activities to determine the fitness for purpose of finished products ensuring compliance with regulatory and quality standards Conduct analysis to support formulation development Perform method development, validation and transfer of analytical methods for liquid filled hard capsules. Conduct technical stability analysis Conduct analysis to support product progression through clinical phases Act as a key point of contact for assigned projects, proactively engaging with clients and internal stakeholders to drive progress, resolve challenges, and ensure successful delivery Lead the planning, design, execution, and reporting of experimental work, ensuring activities are delivered to a high scientific standard and within agreed timelines Demonstrate accountability for data interpretation and decision-making, providing clear conclusions and well-justified recommendations to advance projects Technically competent in analytical activities (e.g., method development and validation, HPLC, GC, Karl Fischer and Dissolution) under current cGMP and ICH Q2. Take responsibility for the preparation of high-quality client documentation, including development and validation protocols and reports Checking of analytical data Provide expert technical support, troubleshooting, root cause analysis, and process optimisation initiatives, ensuring analytical methods are fit for purpose Contribute to a high-performing team environment by mentoring and developing less experienced colleagues, fostering engagement, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement Person Profile: Development Analyst The ideal candidate will: Demonstrate resilience and…