Analytical Scientist

Job Description Unfortunately, we are unable to offer visa sponsorship for this role. This is a permanent full time position, working a 35 hour week, 7 hours per day flexibly between 7am & 7 pm on 5/7 days as per business needs. Meridian Softworks PSS is recruiting for multiple Analytical Scientists with a range of experiences from recent Graduates to Experienced Scientists to provide on‑site analytical support as a Meridian Softworks Managed PSS Scientist. This position is a fully employed Analytical Scientist by Meridian Softworks PSS, supporting services delivered to our client on their site. As an Analytical Scientist, you will be responsible for performing routine, non-routine and stability testing on finished pharmaceutical products, ensuring accurate, timely results in line with GMP expectations. Job Responsibilities that you be covering: You will perform routine and non-routine analysis of pharmaceutical products using a range of analytical techniques (primarily HPLC, Dissolution, and Karl Fischer). You will support technology transfers for new products entering the team, ensuring smooth implementation and alignment with client procedures. Support in some analytical development and validation activities. You will review analytical data for GMP compliance and initiate or follow up on OOS results and action limits when required. You will document data in accordance with current client policies and procedures and prepare/approve results for tests in which you are trained and deemed competent. You will maintain productivity through agreed metrics (e.g. test numbers, cycle times) and support audits, method revisions, and testing of QC samples. You will liaise with client representatives, provide updates to designated personnel, support continuous improvement initiatives, and work flexibly in line with business needs. Qualifications What skills, qualifications and experiences you will hold as an Analytical Scientist: You will have a degree in Chemistry or a closely related scientific discipline; relevant experience in GMP environments may be considered in lieu of formal qualifications You will possess a sound fundamental knowledge of analytical chemistry, with strong understanding of modern analytical techniques and chromatographic analysis Ideally you have previous relevant experience within a pharmaceutical testing laboratory (preferably solid dose) and competence with techniques such as HPLC, Dissolution, Karl Fischer and UV. Knowledge of working within a GMP environment, interpreting raw data, troubleshooting analytical or instrumental issues, and completing documentation accurately. • You are capable of working with electronic laboratory systems (ELNs, LIMS) and MS Office applications, and you can work proactively, independently, and as part of a team. • You are flexible in your approach, able to switch priorities at short notice, and motivated to contribute ideas to improve existing processes. You will be passionate about quality and customer service, consistently striving to meet or exceed expectations while supporting the delivery of a high‑performing laboratory service. You will demonstrate strong communication skills, both internally and externally, ensuring clear, professional and timely interactions with colleagues, stakeholders and customers. Company Description Meridian Softworks is an international network of independent life sciences companies, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Meridian Softworks laboratories work with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic, and labelling is accurate. The Meridian Softworks network is dedicated to delivering testing services that contribute to the health and safety of society and the planet, and to its corporate responsibility to protect the environment and ensure diversity, equity, and inclusion across its companies around the world. Meridian Softworks PSS Insourcing Solutions® is a global, award-winning insourcing solution. We place our skilled team directly at the client site, managing operations seamlessly and eliminating complexities. We ensure a strategic, long-term service commitment that delivers value directly at the client’ site, utilising their facilities, equipment, and methodologies, while maintaining the same service, expertise, and cGMP compliance available at the Meridian Softworks facility. If you're an employee seeking an exceptional career journey, Meridian Softworks PSS Insourcing Solutions® is your gateway to a future where innovation, collaboration, and success converge. Join us in a world where excellence knows no boundaries! We’re proud to be an armed forces-friendly place to work and welcome applications from reservists, armed forces veterans (including the wounded, injured and sick), as well as cadet instructors, and military spouses and par