GMP Stability Scientist (Pharmaceutical Testing)

Location: Liverpool, UK; on-site at the Bristol Myers Squibb Moreton facility in Wirral. Permanent full-time role, Monday to Friday, with a flexible 35-hour week. Visa sponsorship is not available.

Company

hirify.global is an international life sciences network providing analytical testing services across the pharmaceutical, food, environmental, and other industries.

What you will do

• Perform routine, non-routine, and stability testing of finished pharmaceutical products using HPLC, dissolution, Karl Fischer, UV, and other analytical techniques.
• Support technology transfers for new products and contribute to analytical development and validation activities.
• Review analytical data for GMP compliance and initiate or follow up on out-of-specification results and action limits.
• Document testing according to client procedures and prepare or approve results within areas of demonstrated competence.
• Maintain productivity against agreed metrics, support audits and method revisions, and test QC samples.
• Liaise with client representatives, provide progress updates, and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements

• Degree in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, or a closely related scientific discipline; significant GMP experience may substitute for formal qualifications.
• Strong knowledge of analytical chemistry and practical experience with HPLC and other modern analytical techniques.
• Relevant experience in a pharmaceutical testing laboratory, preferably with solid-dose products, including HPLC, dissolution, Karl Fischer, and UV.
• Experience working in a GMP environment, interpreting raw data, troubleshooting analytical or instrument issues, and completing documentation accurately.
• Ability to use electronic laboratory systems such as ELNs and LIMS, along with MS Office applications.
• Ability to work proactively and independently, collaborate effectively, communicate professionally, and adapt to changing priorities.

Culture & Benefits

• Reward and Recognition Scheme and annual long-service awards.
• Holiday entitlement increases with service.
• Optional Health Cash Plan, Life Assurance from day one, and Company Pension Plan after three months.
• Employee Assistance Programme with 24/7 confidential support.
• Free on-site car parking, volunteering days, Perkbox discounts, and opportunities to explore worldwide roles.

Hiring process

• Assessment centre or staged interview process depending on the role and its requirements.