AS&T Scientist

STADA Arzneimittel AG; Huddersfield; Hybrid; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading pharmaceutical company in Huddersfield seeks an AS&T Scientist to ensure quality and compliance of analytical methods. In this full-time role, you will perform analytical tasks, develop new methods, and maintain compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have a relevant degree, proficiency with analytical instrumentation, and at least two years of experience. A collaborative environment with numerous employee benefits awaits. Join a team committed to caring for people's health.

Benefits

Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme

Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme

Hybrid working arrangement

25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays

Employee Assistance Programme

Electric Car Scheme

Enhanced Family Leave

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience in QC or analytical roles.
• Understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and cGMP.
• Experience in method development and validation.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical tasks to support various departments.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods.
• Maintain compliance with cGMP quality systems.

Skills

Analytical instrumentation proficiency

Data analysis skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Education

Bachelor’s degree in science or Level 4 qualification

Tools

HPLC

GC

UV/Vis spectrophotometer

LIMS

Microsoft Excel

Job description

Overview

STADA UK Thornton & Ross is on an exciting growth journey with more than 700 employees being fully committed to our purpose of Caring for People’s Health as a Trusted Partner. Together we are shaping the future of Thornton & Ross by living our values of Integrity, Entrepreneurship, Agility and One STADA. If you want to work in an open culture where your uniqueness is valued, join our Analytical Science and Technology team.

STADA UK Thornton & Ross – AS&T Scientist | Quality Control Department

Huddersfield | U.K. | Full-time | Permanent

Responsibilities

About the Role: As an AS&T Scientist in the Analytical Science and Technology team, you will play a key role in ensuring the quality and compliance of analytical methods and laboratory processes within the QC team. You’ll generate high-quality, accurate data to support compliance activities, while contributing to continuous improvement initiatives. This position offers an exciting opportunity for a detail-oriented scientist who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Perform analytical tasks to support NONCs across departments and provide scientifically justified reports.
• Develop and validate new analytical methods for a varied portfolio of existing products.
• Perform analytical method transfer activities to support product acquisition.
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP quality systems and safety assessments.
• Identify anomalies in data and methods, contributing to solutions with management support.
• Maintain laboratory systems and processes (e.g., KanBan, 6S) to ensure compliant cGMP analytics.
• Provide guidance and advice to analysts and other QC teams.
• Accurately document protocols and reports in line with industry standards (e.g., CTD format).
• Peer review data as part of the checking process and raise concerns when necessary.
• Adapt to changing plans while maintaining meticulous record-keeping and time management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a science-related field with a minimum of 2 years’ relevant experience, or a Level 4 qualification with at least 3 years’ relevant industry experience (or equivalent).
• Proficiency with analytical instrumentation (e.g., HPLC, GC, UV/Vis, balances).
• Strong understanding of Good Laboratory Practices (GLP) and cGMP requirements.
• Solid data analysis skills, including experience with LIMS and Microsoft Excel.
• Excellent attention to detail and ability to follow written procedures precisely.
• Analytical thinking and problem-solving skills, with experience troubleshooting analytical methods and equipment, as well as optimizing processes.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, and the ability to represent themselves and the team in a confident and professional manner.
• An understanding of method development and validation as well as basic regulatory requirements.
• Flexibility and adaptability to changing priorities.

How We Care For You

• 💸 Competitive salary and annual bonus scheme.
• 🗝 Salary Sacrifice Pension Scheme offering 6% employer contribution rates.
• ⌚ Hybrid working – we spend three days of your choice in the office, with the remaining days working at home.
• 🌴 25 days of annual leave plus bank holidays with the potential to buy up to 5 additional days.
• 🧠 Wellbeing support through our Employee Assistance Programme and KYAN Wellbeing – offering free coaching and counselling services for you and your family.
• ⚡ Electric Car Scheme through Octopus Energy, plus free on-site EV charging.
• 👪 Enhanced Family Leave.
• 🎉 Plus, many more employee benefits & celebration events.

Note: STADA Group values and promotes its diverse culture, regardless of gender, age, social or ethnic origin, disabilities, religion, ideology, or sexual orientation. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.