Senior Analyst - Quality Control (Microbiology)

This role requires the successful candidate to be based at our Leeds facility Monday - Friday each week.

• Lead and support Out of Specification (OOS) investigations and root cause analysis activities.
• Perform QC compliance gap assessments against relevant pharmacopoeial and regulatory requirements.
• Support method optimisation, verification, validation and transfer activities.
• Review validation, stability and risk assessment reports.
• Prepare and review technical transfer protocols and reports.
• Participate in CAPA implementation, change controls and continuous improvement programmes.
• Support audit readiness activities and contribute during regulatory and customer audits.
• Represent Quality Control with key internal stakeholders including Production, R&D and Project Management teams.
• Contribute to New Product Development (NPD) projects and QC deliverables.
• Provide coaching, training and technical support to colleagues while deputising for Team Leaders when required.
• Maintain compliance with GMP, Quality Management Systems and company procedures.

• Degree in Microbiology or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong Microbiology Skills and experience in performing Microbiology laboratory work such as Preservative efficacy testing, total viable counts, environmental monitoring and water testing
• Significant experience working within a GMP laboratory environment.
• Strong understanding of analytical testing, method validation and laboratory compliance requirements.
• Experience leading investigations, CAPAs and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Excellent report writing, problem-solving and risk assessment skills.
• Ability to work independently whilst managing complex technical issues.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong Team work and organisation skills.
• Experience in scheduling and planning team activities.
• 4+ years' experience in a Quality Control analytical laboratory environment.
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and customer audits.
• Leadership, coaching or mentoring experience.
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical product development or technical transfer activities.

At Rosemont, we believe great benefits go beyond salary. That's why our offering is shaped by what our people truly value:

• Healthcare Cash Plan - Personal cover to support your health and wellbeing
• 3% Employee / 5% Company Pension Contribution - Helping you plan for the future
• 26 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Flexible Working - Including hybrid and flexible working hours available.
• Free On-Site Parking - Convenient access to our Leeds facility
• Rosemont Rewards Platform - Discounts, free perks, and wellbeing tools for all employees

We are committed to fostering an environment of enablement where our people can grow, develop their talents, and pursue meaningful career paths. By placing patients and customers at the heart of everything we do, we drive high performance through accountability, consistency, and a strong governance structure. We champion inclusion, community, and a rewarding employee experience - creating a culture that supports development, celebrates achievement, and empowers individuals to thrive.

Diversity & Inclusion is integral to our culture and reflecting the patients we serve. At Rosemont, we believe equal opportunity for all is fundamental to our company's values and all our applicants can expect fairness and transparency in our recruitment process.