Overview
Quality Control Analyst & Reviewer Jobs in Lisbon, Portugal at ALTEN
Title: Quality Control Analyst & Reviewer
Company: ALTEN
Location: Lisbon, Portugal
ALTEN Portugal, a leading force in the IT, Engineering and Life Sciences industries, is on the lookout for a vibrant and driven Quality Control Analyst / Reviewer to join our dynamic team in the Life Sciences division.
ALTEN Group
Within 30 years, ALTEN has become leader in both outsourced Engineering and IT Enterprise Services. ALTEN, composed of 54,000 employees (88% engineers), carries out complex and highly technical projects throughout the value chain of 6,500 clients, the most prestigious companies in all sectors of industry, services and telecommunications. We work with key actors in the Aeronautics & Space, Defense & Naval, Security, Automotive, Rail, Energy, Life Sciences, Finance, Retail, Telecommunications and Services sectors.
We are seeking a detail-oriented and quality-focused QC Analyst / Reviewer to join our Pharmaceutical Quality Control Laboratory. This role combines hands-on analytical testing responsibilities with data review activities to ensure all laboratory results are accurate, compliant, and meet regulatory and GMP requirements.
The successful candidate will perform routine chemical testing, review analytical data, support laboratory investigations, and contribute to maintaining the highest standards of product quality and patient safety.
Key Responsibilities
Analytical Testing
- Perform testing of raw materials, packaging components, in-process samples, finished products, and stability samples.
- Conduct routine analysis using: UV-Visible Spectroscopy (UV/Vis), Infrared Spectroscopy (FTIR), Karl Fischer Moisture Analysis, pH and conductivity measurements, Acid-base and potentiometric titrations, General wet chemistry techniques.
- Prepare reagents, standards, solutions, and reference materials according to approved procedures.
- Operate, calibrate, and maintain laboratory instruments and equipment.
- Ensure all testing is performed in accordance with approved methods, specifications, and GMP requirements.
Data Review & Compliance
- Review analytical results, calculations, chromatograms, spectra, and laboratory documentation for accuracy and completeness.
- Verify compliance with GMP, ALCOA+ data integrity principles, and internal quality standards.
- Approve laboratory records and support the generation of Certificates of Analysis (CoAs).
- Identify and escalate discrepancies, atypical results, and potential compliance issues.
Quality & Continuous Improvement
- Support investigations related to deviations, Out-of-Specification (OOS), Out-of-Trend (OOT), and laboratory incidents.
- Participate in method verification, validation, and transfer activities as required.
- Assist during internal audits, customer audits, and regulatory inspections.
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency, compliance, and quality.
- Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Validation, and Regulatory Affairs teams.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline.
- Experience working in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other GMP-regulated laboratory environment.
- Practical experience with analytical techniques including: UV/Vis Spectroscopy, FTIR Spectroscopy, Karl Fischer Titration, Wet chemistry testing and titrations.
- Strong documentation and technical writing skills.
- Knowledge of GMP regulations and laboratory data integrity requirements.
- Excellent attention to detail and strong analytical thinking abilities.
Location: Lisboa, Portugal (on site)
Why Join Us?
- Possibility to work with cutting-edge technology in the Life Sciences industry
If you want to embrace in a new and challenging opportunity and are excited about the opportunity to contribute to our team, we want to hear from you! Please submit your resume detailing your relevant experience and qualifications.
