Title:

QC Senior Specialist (Raw Material)

Company:

Ipsen Biopharm Ltd

 

About Ipsen:

Ipsen is a mid-sized global biopharmaceutical company with a focus on transformative medicines in three therapeutic areas: Oncology, Rare Disease and Neuroscience. Supported by nearly 100 years of development experience, with global hubs in the U.S., France and the U.K, we tackle areas of high unmet medical need through research and innovation.

 Our passionate teams in more than 40 countries are focused on what matters and endeavor every day to bring medicines to patients in 88 countries. We build a workplace that champions human-centric leadership and fosters a culture of collaboration, excellence and impact. At Ipsen, every individual is empowered to be their true selves, grow and thrive alongside the company’s success. Join us on our journey towards sustainable growth, creating real impact on patients and society!

For more information, visit us at https://www.ipsen.com/ and follow our latest news on LinkedIn and Instagram.

Job Description:

At Ipsen, we are committed to improving the lives of patients, with a special focus on advancing neuroscience therapies. Our Wrexham site is a vital part of this mission, delivering cutting-edge solutions in a dynamic and collaborative environment. We are proud to be winner of Pharma Company of the Year 2025, Great Place to Work certified and a Shingo Bronze Medallion holder, reflecting our commitment to excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.

With a recent £24 million investment in the site and a further £86.4 million expansion underway, there has never been a more exciting time to join us. If you are passionate about making an impact and want to be part of a team that values growth, innovation, and excellence, then Ipsen could be where you thrive!

We’re looking for a highly skilled QC Senior Specialist (Raw Material) to lead a pivotal transformation within our QC Operations team. Due to ongoing investment at our Wrexham site there is a need to expand the onsite capabilities of the QC incoming materials team. You will take responsibility for onboarding new technologies and testing capabilities to support our expanding product portfolio. You will also be responsible for the ongoing sampling, testing, verification, and reporting of raw materials to ensure compliance with GMP, pharmacopeia standards, and regulatory requirements.

Key responsibilities:

• Lead key site projects to expand QC capabilities including equipment and method setup, validation, and process coordination.
• Develop, verify, and validate analytical methods to support raw material testing and ensure alignment with pharmacopeia and regulatory requirements. Perform and review raw material sampling, testing, and data entry in line with GMP and pharmacopeia requirements.
• Lead investigations into OOS/OOT results, unplanned events, and drive them to timely completion.
• Provide training, act as a Subject Matter Expert, and support internal/external audits.
• Identify and lead continuous improvement initiatives to enhance testing capability and operational efficiency.

Knowledge, skills, and experience:

• Experience working in a cGMP laboratory environment.
• Degree in Chemistry /Biochemistry, or equivalent scientific discipline.
• Hands‑on experience with key analytical techniques such as Chromatography, UV Spectroscopy, IR Spectroscopy, and titration.
• Good working knowledge of Pharmacopeia standards, with practical experience performing pharmacopeial tests.
• Experience in method validation and qualification within a regulated laboratory environment.

Ready to Apply?

Take the next step in your QC career—submit your application today and help us ensure the integrity and quality of materials that go into life‑changing medicines.

We are committed to creating a workplace where everyone feels heard, valued, and supported; where we embrace “The Real Us”. The value we place on different perspectives and experiences drives our commitment to inclusion and equal opportunities. When we include diverse ways of thinking, we make more thoughtful decisions and discover more innovative solutions. Together we strive to better understand the communities we serve. This means we also want to help you perform at your best when applying for a role with us. If you require any adjustments or support during the application process, please let the recruitment team know. This information will be handled with care and will not affect the outcome of your application.