Quality Control Manager

Dundee ¦ Full-Time

We are looking for an exceptional QC Manager to lead a specialist GMP laboratory focused on lipid analysis and medicinal cannabis testing.

This is a high-impact leadership role for someone who combines deep GMP regulatory expertise with advanced analytical chemistry skills and thrives on solving complex technical challenges.

The Opportunity

You will take ownership of the QC function, leading a skilled team, ensuring full regulatory compliance, and acting as the technical authority for analytical problem-solving and data interpretation.

You will be Responsible For

• Leading QC operations in a GMP-regulated environment
• Ensuring compliance with GMP, ISO, and controlled substance regulations
• Managing audits, CAPA, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Overseeing testing of lipid and medicinal cannabis products
• Driving method validation, stability studies, and laboratory performance
• Leading and developing a high-performing QC team

Critical: Advanced Analytical Expertise

We are specifically seeking a technical expert, not just a manager.

You must have strong, hands-on expertise in:

• GC-FID, GC-MS, HPLC and LC-MS (experience with QQQ highly advantageous)

And be able to:

• Interpret complex analytical datasets across multiple techniques
• Troubleshoot instrumentation and analytical issues (root cause, resolution, prevention)
• Provide expert technical guidance and mentorship to Analytical Chemists
• Support challenging analyses in complex matrices (lipids/cannabinoids)

About You

• Extensive experience in GMP QC laboratories
• Deep knowledge of GMP regulations and compliance frameworks
• Proven leadership experience in a QC or analytical lab environment
• Strong background in method validation and stability studies
• Experience with controlled substances / regulated environments
• Degree in Chemistry (or related discipline)

Why Join Us?

• Lead a specialist, high-value QC function
• Apply your technical expertise at a senior level
• Work in a scientifically innovative and regulated environment
• Influence both strategy and hands-on analytical solutions

If you are a technically strong QC leader who enjoys solving complex analytical challenges, we would love to hear from you.

This post is being readvertised, therefore previous applicants will not be considered.

Please see attached full job description and person specification.

What We Offer

Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) - A confidential service available to support employees and their families with work or personal problems. Providing access to professional counsellors, psychologists, and work-life consultants available to help and support individuals in tackling all types of problems.

Annual Leave – Generous entitlement up to 40.5 days a year, with carry over possible and guaranteed time-off for Christmas.

Pension - Employer Contribution of 15% in a Personal Pension Plan and employee contribution flexibility.

Self-managed hours and Flexible Working – option to manage and spread your working time in line with organisational needs to create a healthy work life balance.

We will not consider the use of 3rd party recruitment agencies for the sourcing of candidates for this position.

The James Hutton Institute is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

The James Hutton Institute is a: Stonewall Diversity Champion; Athena SWAN Bronze Status Holder; Disability Confident Committed Employer and a Living Wage Employer.

The James Hutton Institute is Happy to Talk Flexible Working.