GSK has announced an opening for an Analyst – Quality Control at its pharmaceutical manufacturing site in Nashik, Maharashtra. This opportunity is suitable for B.Pharm, M.Pharm and M.Sc candidates with more than 3–4 years of experience in pharmaceutical Quality Control laboratories.
The GSK QC Analyst job in Nashik involves analytical testing of pharmaceutical formulations, stability sample testing, laboratory documentation, analytical data review and operation of instruments such as HPLC, UPLC, UV, FTIR and dissolution apparatus.
Candidates with experience in regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environments and knowledge of cGMP, GLP, ALCOA+, ICH stability guidelines, OOS, OOT, deviations and CAPA are particularly relevant for this position.
About the Role
As a Quality Control Analyst, the selected candidate will join GSK’s Quality Control team and support routine and non-routine laboratory testing. The role requires accurate analytical testing, sample management, documentation and adherence to established regulatory and company quality standards.
The position also involves collaboration with Quality Control, production and quality systems teams to ensure laboratory activities are performed according to approved procedures and applicable pharmaceutical regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine and non-routine analytical testing according to approved analytical methods.
- Receive, register, prepare, handle and store laboratory samples according to established procedures.
- Perform stability sample testing according to approved stability protocols and schedules.
- Record, review and evaluate analytical test results against approved specifications.
- Report deviations, unexpected results and trends promptly.
- Perform analysis of creams, ointments and tablet formulations.
- Operate and perform analysis using HPLC, UPLC, UV, FTIR, Dissolution Apparatus, Karl Fischer Titrator and pH Meter.
- Support troubleshooting and routine maintenance of analytical laboratory instruments.
- Perform testing according to pharmacopoeial requirements, including USP, IP, BP and EP.
- Conduct tests including assay, related substances, dissolution, water content, pH and identification.
- Support analytical method transfers and method validation activities.
- Assist with investigations involving unexpected results and out-of-specification results.
- Prepare worksheets and maintain laboratory logbooks and analytical records.
- Review analytical data and prepare accurate laboratory reports.
- Perform trend analysis of stability data.
- Support OOS, OOT, incident, deviation and CAPA activities.
- Maintain laboratory areas according to applicable safety and quality requirements.
- Support internal, customer and regulatory audits and inspections.
- Participate in laboratory continuous improvement and efficiency initiatives.
Educational Qualifications
Candidates with the following qualifications can apply for the GSK Quality Control Analyst vacancy:
B.Pharm / M.Pharm / M.Sc
The job description also references a diploma or degree in Chemistry, Microbiology, Biotechnology, Life Sciences or a related field as a basic qualification. However, the specific Educational Qualifications section lists M.Pharm, M.Sc and B.Pharm.
Experience Required
Candidates should have more than 3–4 years of experience in a Quality Control laboratory, preferably within a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Relevant experience includes:
- Pharmaceutical Quality Control laboratory operations
- Stability testing programs
- Cream, ointment and tablet analysis
- Analytical instrument operation
- Analytical data review
- Laboratory documentation
- Stability data trending
- OOS and OOT investigations
- Deviations and CAPA
- Pharmaceutical audits and inspections
Technical Skills Required
Candidates should have hands-on knowledge or experience with:
Analytical Instruments: HPLC, UPLC, UV, FTIR, Dissolution Apparatus, Karl Fischer Titrator and pH Meter.
Analytical Testing: Assay, related substances, dissolution, water content, pH and identification testing.
Pharmacopoeias: USP, IP, BP and EP.
Quality Systems: cGMP, GLP, Data Integrity, ALCOA+, OOS, OOT, deviations, incidents and CAPA.
Stability: ICH Stability Guidelines, stability sample testing, stability data trending and stability program management.
Software: SLIMS, Empower and equivalent laboratory or chromatography data systems.
Preferred Candidate Profile
GSK prefers candidates who have experience working in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. Exposure to stability chamber monitoring, stability program management and shelf-life evaluation will be advantageous.
Candidates should also possess strong analytical thinking, documentation and problem-solving skills. The ability to independently manage multiple stability studies within established timelines and coordinate effectively with cross-functional teams is important for this role.
Key Skills
- Pharmaceutical Quality Control
- Stability Testing
- Stability Monitoring
- HPLC
- UPLC
- UV Spectroscopy
- FTIR
- Dissolution Testing
- Karl Fischer Titration
- Analytical Testing
- cGMP
- GLP
- ALCOA+
- Data Integrity
- ICH Stability Guidelines
- OOS Investigation
- OOT Investigation
- CAPA
- Deviations
- Empower
- SLIMS
- Analytical Data Review
- Laboratory Documentation
- GxP Regulations
Why Consider This GSK QC Analyst Role?
The position provides an opportunity to work in a regulated pharmaceutical Quality Control environment and gain further exposure to analytical testing, stability programs, laboratory quality systems and pharmaceutical compliance.
The role also offers cross-functional interaction with QC, production and quality systems teams while developing expertise in pharmaceutical analytical instrumentation and regulatory requirements.
GSK states that employees will have opportunities for hands-on technical learning, career development and participation in continuous improvement initiatives.
Job Location
Nashik, Maharashtra, India
The position is on-site, and working hours or shifts will be aligned with operational requirements.
How to Apply
