Analytical Development Chemist

Are you passionate about pushing the boundaries of analytical science in pharmaceutical development?

Join our R&D team at Codis as an Analytical Development Chemist at our Haverhill manufacturing site to play a crucial role in the development and validation of analytical methods for new active pharmaceutical ingredients and drug product formulations.

We are seeking a skilled and motivated Analytical Chemist to support the development of robust analytical methods for new active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), intermediates, raw materials and drug products.

• Develop, optimise, and pre‑validate analytical methods for APIs, polymers, drug product formulations especially amorphous solid dispersions, intermediates, raw materials, primarily using HPLC, UHPLC, and GC (and hyphenated methods including LC‑MS and GC‑MS).
• Support method transfers and troubleshooting across internal and client‑facing projects.
• Generate high‑quality technical documentation including method protocols and technical reports.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams in R&D, Quality, and Manufacturing to ensure seamless integration of analytical methods into GMP workflows.
• Maintain compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP), ICH guidelines, and internal quality systems.
• Work with different analytical techniques including FT‑IR, UV‑Vis, Karl Fischer, NMR and others (appropriate training will be provided).

• BSc, MSc or Ph.D in Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline or extensive industrial experience.
• Proven experience in analytical method development, ideally within a pharmaceutical or CDMO environment.
• Strong hands‑on expertise with HPLC, UHPLC, and or GC instrumentation and software.
• Familiarity with regulatory expectations for analytical methods used in API release testing.
• Excellent problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a collaborative mindset.

• Be part of a growing, innovation‑driven CDMO.
• Work in a supportive, science‑led environment with opportunities for professional development.
• Contribute to the development of life‑changing medicines from early‑stage research to commercial supply.
• Competitive salary & benefits.
• Training & Development.
• Friendly and open working environment.