Quality Control Chemistry Analyst, Malta (417618)
Role highlights
19,500–25,000 EUR
Full Time
Permanent
Entry
On-site
The Quality Control Chemistry Analyst role requires foundational knowledge and practical skills in laboratory testing within a GMP-regulated environment. Candidates should hold a diploma or degree in Chemistry or a related field, demonstrating vocational-level education. The role involves performing routine testing of finished pharmaceutical products following approved methods and EU GMP standards. Key technical competencies include preparation, standardisation, and labelling of stock solutions and reagents, as well as monitoring water supply quality. The analyst is expected to maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment, assist with equipment qualification, and support external contractor calibrations, ensuring proper documentation and record-keeping. Proficiency in performing calculations related to chemical analyses and accurate data input into Laboratory Information Management Systems (LIMS) is essential. Experience with method validation, deviation reporting, and laboratory investigations such as Out of Specification (OOS) and Out of Trend (OOT) results is required, along with the ability to conduct root cause analysis and hypothesis testing. The role demands strict adherence to SOPs, test methods, and protocols, with strong organizational skills for maintaining reagent and equipment stock records and supporting quality improvement initiatives. Effective communication skills in English are necessary for reporting and collaboration. This entry-level position offers structured induction and on-the-job training to build expertise in quality control chemistry within a pharmaceutical manufacturing setting, emphasizing compliance, accuracy, and continuous quality improvement.
About the role
Role Summary
APL Swift Services Ltd, Malta, is seeking a Quality Control Chemistry Analyst to perform laboratory testing and support quality control operations in compliance with EU GMP standards.
Responsibilities
- Perform testing of finished goods according to specified procedures and EU GMP
- Prepare, standardise, and label stock solutions and laboratory reagents
- Monitor and analyse water supply as per company procedures
- Ensure QC Department equipment and premises are functional, performing maintenance and calibration as instructed
- Assist outside contractors with calibrations and maintain related records
- Report LIRs and deviations promptly
- Perform calculations related to analysis and produce relevant documentation, ensuring proper filing and retrieval
- Assist superiors in problem-solving and quality improvement exercises
- Perform laboratory equipment qualification and calibration as scheduled
- Conduct method validation as required
- Maintain records of stocks for reagents, equipment spares, and reference standards, reporting when re-ordering is due
- Support Technical Services in laboratory investigations (OOS, OOT, OOE results, and deviations)
- Investigate and perform hypothesis testing and analysis for quality and root cause investigations
- Follow and document all activities as per SOPs, Test Methods, and Protocols
- Perform additional duties as assigned by the QC Manager or delegate
- Execute product testing as per approved methods of analysis
- Input lab data into LIMS
Requirements
- English language skills
- Diploma or Degree in Chemistry or similar (Level 5 or above)
Training Provided
- Induction training
- On the job training
Benefits
- Health insurance
- Gym benefits
- Mobile and home internet plan benefits
- One-time relocation bonus for candidates relocating from outside Malta
- Salary: 19,500 – 25,000 EUR per year
Interview Process
- Interviews will be held online
How to Apply
- Send your CV and a covering email (in English) to [email protected]
- Quote the vacancy name "QA-RA Compliance Officer" and number "417618" in your email
- Latest application date: 05.02.2026
- Please mention in your application that you found the job at Jobindex
(Source: EURES Malta)
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