Principal Analytical Chemist
SE England
Permanent
09th November, 2026
Our SE based client is currently looking to recruit a Principal Analytical Chemistto perform complex method development and validation using LC-MS/ HPLC on a variety of synthesised chemicals and API molecules. This is a hands‑on role and would suit someone who enjoys developing novel methods from first principles in busy commercial manufacturing environment.
Additional duties for this role will include :
- Leading a small team of Analytical Chemists, assisting with ongoing project work when required
- Instrument and method trouble‑shooting , solving problems to enable analyses to be completed
- Working with Synthetic / Process Chemists to understand synthesised chemicals to ultimately ensure the successful analysis of a range of molecules
- Leading on a number of analytical projects, understanding GMP requirements and defining scope of analytical projects and milestones
- Understanding / performing analyses with a range of other chromatography, spectroscopy and techniques (including NMR, ICP and others)
- Completing detailed GMP documentation and reports, ensuring analytical success
- Understanding new approaches in analytical methodologies and techniques and implementing method improvements
- Training and mentoring others, leading by example on complex problem solving challenges
Applications are invited from candidates with a BSc, MSc, PhD in Analytical Chemistry (or similar) together with proven demonstrable hands‑on skills performing complex GMP method development and validation using chromatography systems in an API / synthesis environment
Salary : Circa £55,000 (depending on skills and experience)
Role : Permanent
Location : SE England
Principal Analytical Scientist employer: ENTRUST PEOPLE LIMITED
Join an innovative pharmaceutical development organisation in Bradford, where your contributions as a Research Scientist will directly impact the advancement of medicines. With a strong focus on employee growth and a collaborative work culture, this company offers a supportive environment for recent graduates and early career scientists to thrive, alongside opportunities for progression linked to performance. Experience the unique advantage of working in a fast-paced R&D team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of pharmaceutical technologies.
