Senior QC Analyst Biochemistry

Job Description

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a Senior Quality Control Analyst in the Biochemistry & Cell Biology Laboratory at our state-of-the-art single use biologics facility in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland. This role will be responsible for Quality Control testing and all associated laboratory activities related to Biochemistry and Cell Biology methods in Dunboyne Biologics.

What you will do:

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation and leadership to carry out the following:

• Perform a variety of routine Biochemistry and Cell Biology analytical testing techniques and associated documentation; including but not limited to ELISA, PCR, Bioassays and Cell Culture, WFI testing and compendial methods in compliance with GMP requirements.
• Review and approve Analytical Testing data.
• Support activities including general lab readiness, audit readiness, laboratory equipment qualification and analytical method technical transfer, verification and validation.
• Drive the development of technical skills through coaching and motivate a high performing culture across the team. 
• Foster a continuous improvement environment and bring strong problem solving and troubleshooting capabilities.
• Demonstrate a commitment to learning and personal development.
• Consistently deliver on specific area Key Performance Indicators.
• Operate to the highest standards of Safety, Quality and Compliance.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• Degree qualification (Science/Quality/Technical).
• Over 3 years’ experience in the biotechnology and/or pharmaceutical industry, particularly in relation to ELISA, PCR or Bioassay Analytical Testing.
• Preferably Lean Six Sigma experience.
• Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.
• Ability to work as part of a team and on own initiative in a constructive manner.
• Flexible and self-motivated.

As a company, we are committed to ‘Inventing for Life’ in all that we do. We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs. 

We are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, Impact the future by driving one of the world’s leading healthcare companies, and inspire your team to reach their full potential and push the boundaries of science and technology, please apply today.

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Requisition ID:R283033