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Senior Team Manager, Analytical Chemistry
WitneySource: WhatJobs
£90,000–£130,000
Reporting to the Testing and Analytical Manager, you will lead the Analytical Chemistry laboratory responsible for supporting the release, stability testing, and lifecycle management of innovative combination products that integrate both pharmaceutical and medical device components. The laboratory will play a critical role in ensuring the quality, compliance, and timely release of products used by millions of people worldwide Initially leading a growing team, you will have responsibility for building, developing, and scaling the organisation as product volumes increase. This role offers a unique combination of scientific leadership, operational management, and strategic influence. You will be the site's analytical chemistry authority, providing technical direction while ensuring robust laboratory operations, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.,
Deliver Critical Product Release and Stability Testing
Ensure timely execution of product release, stability, and investigative testing
Plan and prioritise workloads to meet business and regulatory commitments
Maintain compliance with GMP, ISO 13485, and global regulatory requirements
Lead complex investigations, including OOS, OOT, and deviation management
Provide Technical Leadership
Serve as the analytical chemistry subject matter expert for HPLC assay and impurity testing, Dissolution testing, Total drug content analysis, Method troubleshooting and problem solving
Support method development, transfer, validation, and lifecycle management activities
Provide technical guidance to Quality, Manufacturing, Regulatory Affairs, and R&D teams
Shape the Future
Develop long-term laboratory capability and technology strategies
Lead laboratory modernisation and continuous improvement initiatives
Support new product introduction and combination product programmes
Represent the site during audits, inspections, and divisional technical forums
Degree in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
Significant experience leading teams within a GMP-regulated analytical laboratory
Strong technical expertise in analytical chemistry techniques, including HPLC and dissolution testing
Experience supporting analytical method validation, transfer and life cycle management
Strong understanding of GMP, data integrity, and regulated laboratory environments
Proven ability to lead, coach, and develop technical teams
Excellent problem-solving, communication and stakeholder management skills
Highly Desirable
Experience supporting pharmaceutical, medical device, or combination product testing programmes
Understanding of regulatory requirements applicable to drug-device combination products
Knowledge of ICH analytical validation requirementsExperience supporting regulatory inspections and audits
MSc or PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline
Experience supporting new product introductions and technology transfer activitiesundefined
What Will Make You Stand Out
You may already have experience working with combination products or drug-device systems and understand the unique analytical, quality, and regulatory challenges these products present. However, we also welcome applications from experienced analytical chemistry leaders from pharmaceutical, medical device, biotechnology, or related regulated industries who are eager to develop expertise in this exciting and growing area
Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 114,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries., This role offers the opportunity to lead a critical function supporting the release of innovative products that improve lives globally. You will have the chance to build and shape a high-performing analytical team, influence technical strategy, and contribute to the future of combination product development at Abbott.
Competitive compensation and benefits package
Structured development and career growth opportunities
A collaborative, innovative environment with real impact on patient outcomes
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