Senior QC Analytical Scientist

Senior QC Analytical Scientist

London

Walker Cole International is working with a leading biopharmaceutical organisation developing advanced gene therapy products, who are seeking a Senior QC Analytical Scientist to join their Quality Control (QC) team. This position offers the opportunity to play a key role in supporting GMP testing, method development, and analytical compliance activities within a state-of-the-art facility. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in QC testing within a regulated biopharmaceutical or gene therapy environment and a passion for delivering high-quality, compliant results that support life-changing therapies.

As the Senior QC Analyst, you will be responsible for:

• Performing and reviewing GMP-compliant QC analytical testing of gene therapy products and materials.
• Leading laboratory operations, ensuring equipment calibration, data integrity, and adherence to quality systems.
• Managing and supporting deviations, CAPAs, and change controls, contributing to continuous improvement.
• Providing technical leadership and training to QC staff while supporting audits and regulatory inspections.

The successful Senior QC Analyst will demonstrate:

• Degree in a life science discipline (Biochemistry, Biotechnology, or related).
• Strong background in analytical testing, quality control, and GMP laboratory operations.
• Experience with biologics or gene therapy products preferred.
• Confident communicator, able to work cross-functionally with QA, production, and R&D teams.
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Senior QC Analytical Scientist | GMP | QC Testing | Gene Therapy | Analytical Methods | Compliance | QMS | CAPA | Deviations | Data Integrity | Documentation | SOPs | Laboratory Operations | Regulatory Inspections | Continuous Improvement