Analytical Development Scientist – Fixed-Term in Nottingham

Quotient Sciences is a leading drug development and manufacturing accelerator, helping biotech and pharma companies bring new medicines to patients faster. With over 35 years of experience and a track record of success, we provide Drug Product (CDMO) and Clinical (CRO) services across the entire development pathway, including formulation development, clinical pharmacology, clinical trials, and commercial product manufacturing.

Our proprietary and disruptive platform – “Translational Pharmaceutics®” – integrates Drug Product Manufacturing and Clinical Testing to eliminate silos in the drug development process. This in turn reduces costs, improves outcomes, and significantly accelerates drug development times.

We’re looking for a dedicated Analytical Development Scientist to join our team in Nottingham on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is a predominantly lab-based position within our Analytical Development team, you will be responsible for:

• Conducting analytical method set up/transfer and method qualification.
• Testing samples to support formulation development aspects of a study.
• Ensuring full compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards.

Main Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Completing analytical testing (e.g: Assay Related Substances and Dissolution) to deadlines.
• Using HPLC / USP I and II Dissolution baths / Karl fisher and other laboratory equipment for the analysis sample.
• Writing up lab work in line with GMP and ALCOA+ principles.
• Completing analytical development and qualification activities with guidance.
• Evaluate data generated and contributing to problem solving activities with guidance.
• Checking of reagent preparations.
• Completing cleaning verifications and writing cleaning verification reports and protocols with assistance.
• Participating in activities to support the general upkeep of the Laboratory and its equipment.

What We’re Looking For:

• Minimum HNC or HND in Chemistry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, etc.).
• Previous experience working in a laboratory or a similar technical environment is desirable.

When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.

Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.

This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.