[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All IQVIA jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/) · [Search jobs](/search/) IQVIA · Cambridge, United Kingdom # Scientist - Analytical and Purification Sciences Cambridge, United Kingdom Research & Science Listed on IQVIA’s official careers site. Posted October 2, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on IQVIA’s careers site →](https://iqvia.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IQVIA/job/Cambridge-United-Kingdom/Scientist---Analytical-and-Purification-Sciences_R1566802) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [IQVIA](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/) / Scientist - Analytical and Purification Sciences ## Job description IQVIA Discovery Sciences is seeking an experienced, innovative, and highly motivated Scientist to join our Analytical and Purification Sciences team at our Cambridge site. This is an exciting opportunity to work within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment, where you will play a key role in analysing and purifying a diverse range of small molecules to advance drug discovery programmes for our clients. The Role As a Scientist, you will combine strong technical expertise with strategic thinking to deliver high-quality analytical and purification solutions. You will help drive innovation, optimise methodologies, and contribute to the integration of advanced technologies including AI and automation to accelerate DMTA cycles. This role extends beyond routine execution, offering the opportunity to contribute to future capabilities, challenge existing approaches, and enhance overall analytical performance. ### Key Responsibilities - Deliver high-quality analytical and purification data to support compound progression across multiple projects - Develop and optimise chromatographic methodologies for complex and challenging molecules - Apply expertise across UPLC/HPLC, SFC, mass spectrometry, and/or NMR to solve diverse analytical problems - Contribute to innovation in analytical and purification workflows, including plate-based methodologies and/or NMR Drive the integration of AI, machine learning, and automation within laboratory workflows - Identify opportunities to leverage data science to improve predictive capability, throughput, and decision-making - Demonstrate strategic awareness to help evolve departmental capabilities and future direction - Act as a mentor and role model, providing scientific guidance and supervision to junior colleagues - Take a hands-on role in instrument troubleshooting, maintenance, and optimisation Candidate Profile We are looking for a proactive scientist with a strong blend of technical depth, curiosity, and leadership capability: Proven experience in achiral and chiral automated purification - Strong practical expertise in UPLC/HPLC, SFC, NMR, and mass spectrometry - Demonstrated experience in method development and chromatographic optimisation Experience applying AI/ML approaches within analytical workflows, data interpretation, or laboratory automation Hands-on approach to troubleshooting and maintaining analytical instrumentation Experience with relevant software platforms such as MassLynx, ChemStation, Chromscope, or Trilution (advantageous) - Track record of implementing new technologies or creative approaches to improve performance and efficiency Experience in scaling methods from analytical to preparative chromatography Passion for mentoring and developing junior scientists - Excellent written and verbal communication skills Why Join Us? - Work at the forefront of small molecule drug discovery within a global CRO environment Be part of a team driving innovation in analytical science and purification technologies - Contribute to the adoption of AI, automation, and next-generation workflows Play a key role in accelerating data-driven decision-making and DMTA cycles - Develop your career within a collaborative, scientifically ambitious environment IQVIA is a leading global provider of clinical research services, commercial insights and healthcare intelligence to the life sciences and healthcare industries. We create intelligent connections to accelerate the development and commercialization of innovative medical treatments to help improve patient outcomes and population health worldwide. Learn more at [https://jobs.iqvia.com](https://jobs.iqvia.com) IQVIA is committed to integrity in our hiring process and maintains a zero tolerance policy for candidate fraud. All information and credentials submitted in your application must be truthful and complete. Any false statements, misrepresentations, or material omissions during the recruitment process will result in immediate disqualification of your application, or termination of employment if discovered later, in accordance with applicable law. We appreciate your honesty and professionalism. ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Oct 2, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 17, 2026 - Listed for: 15 days - Location: Cambridge, United Kingdom[Apply on IQVIA’s careers site →](https://iqvia.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/IQVIA/job/Cambridge-United-Kingdom/Scientist---Analytical-and-Purification-Sciences_R1566802) ## More jobs at IQVIA ### [Associate Research Leader - Stem Cells](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/jobs/43ed04b2fc41672102c0/) Cambridge, United Kingdom ### [Principal Scientist - Cardiac Electrophysiology & Translational Ion Channels](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/jobs/c65d3ad11e3e4e714b5c/) Cambridge, United Kingdom ### [Associate Technical Specialist - Sample Management](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/jobs/2a7766171defa9b0a165/) Cambridge, United Kingdom ### [Principal Scientist, Pharmaceutical Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/jobs/502fea80aa659d3c2e24/) Cambridge, United Kingdom ### [Senior Technical Specialist - DMPK](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/iqvia/jobs/718548bdccd68a8a008d/) Cambridge, United Kingdom ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Field Applications Scientist – Purification (Chromatography & Resins)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/af4b2ebe17c1d2af8066/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Gangnam-gu, Seoul, Korea, Republic of ### [Scientist– Biologics Analytical Sciences](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/zoetis/jobs/17b31601263480444d14/) Zoetis ### [(Senior) Scientist - Analytical Sciences, R&D Naturals](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/international-flavors-fragrances/jobs/15d6b7057e966597f662/) International Flavors & Fragrances · Grasse, France LMR ### [Data Analysis Scientist, Analytical Development](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/985571e0923185ad99d3/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Uppsala, Sweden ### [Lead Director - Data Scientist - Forecasting Accuracy and Analytical insights for Underwriting](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/cvs-health/jobs/1088cfaac087357c7383/) CVS Health OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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