Senior Analytical Specialist

​Professional  |  Permanent  |  Full-time  |  On-Site​

Our people in Manufacturing & Global Operations share two priorities: getting things done and making things better. If you’re a dynamic person with a positive mindset, you’ll fit in well here. It’s an international team with a powerful spirit of collaboration. Together, we make sure our products meet the highest standards of quality by constantly searching for ways to improve at every stage of our value chain – from the raw materials we buy through to the logistics network that brings our medicines to patients. Join our team and help us make an even bigger contribution to Grünenthal’s future.

What the job looks like

Each day you'll enjoy a variety of challenges, such as:

• Leads analytical method development, optimization, validation, verification, and troubleshooting for raw materials, IPCs, finished products, and cleaning samples.
• Conducts hands‑on laboratory work using HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV‑Vis, FTIR, dissolution testing, TOC analysis, and wet chemistry techniques.
• Performs compendial and supplier method verification and prepares analytical readiness packages.
• Monitors instrument performance, ensures calibration/qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and addresses system suitability or equipment‑related issues.
• Ensures GMP‑compliant documentation and applies strong data integrity principles (ALCOA+) in all lab workflows.
• Conducts periodic method performance trending and supports continuous improvement initiatives throughout the analytical method lifecycle.

 What you'll bring to the table

To make the most of this role and truly thrive, you should have:

• Degree in Science, preferably in Chemistry, Pharmaceutics, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, or a related scientific discipline
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in analytical sciences, QC, or R&D within GMP‑regulated laboratories.
• Intermediate English proficiency (advanced desirable) across grammar, writing, reading, and conversation.
• Strong expertise in analytical method development, validation, verification, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency operating and interpreting results from HPLC/UPLC, GC, UV‑Vis, FTIR, dissolution, and related analytical platforms.
• Familiarity with Empower, Minitab, JMP, or similar software for data analysis and method performance evaluation.
• Deep understanding of ICH Q2/Q14, pharmacopeias (USP/EP/JP), and GMP/GxP expectations.
• A problem‑solving mindset, scientific rigor, and the ability to provide robust, compliant analytical solutions.

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Juan Sebastián Valencia Florez, the Hiring Manager