Analyst, Laboratory

2 weeks ago

Waterford, Waterford, Ireland West Pharmaceutical Services Full time
Overview

Analyst, Laboratory - Microbiology/Particle role at West Pharmaceutical Services. This onsite position is based in Waterford with two shifts: 7:00 am to 3:15 pm and 3:00 pm to 11:00 pm.

Job Summary

Perform all required testing for routine testing and product release testing including water testing, environmental monitoring, endotoxin testing, BI processing and particulate testing. Support other laboratory functions as needed.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Perform routine testing to support the plant functions including but not limited to environmental monitoring, water testing etc. Perform product release testing including, but not limited to, bacterial endotoxin, bioburden testing, etc.
  • Perform particulate testing in an ISO 5 lab on finished product.
  • Perform incoming testing for materials, including growth promotion testing in culture media and incoming test for Biological indicators.
  • Experience with working in an ISO clean room (Gowning and monitoring).
  • Prepare and update control forms, SOIs, and general lab documentation.
  • Prepare trends and technical reports based on data with guidance from lab management.
  • Participate in lab projects such as Method Transfers, Verifications, Validations and Equipment Qualifications.
  • Isolate and maintain cultures of bacteria or other microorganisms for future study.
  • Support the Lab Supervisor and Lab Manager in internal, corporate and customer audits.
  • Be willing and able to work as a team member to ensure continuous improvement relative to laboratory functions.
  • Participate (or assist) in identification, investigation (OOSs) and resolution of problems in the lab.
  • Develop ability and competence with analytical techniques.
  • Act in accordance with the company's Guiding Principles and adherence to the corporate Code of Conduct.
  • Compliance with all local site Environmental, Health and Safety regulations and contribution to Safety improvements in the Laboratory.
  • Compliance with all local site company policies, procedures and corporate policies.
Basic Qualifications
  • Degree in Microbiology, particulate testing, biology or science-related discipline.
  • Graduate or individual with 1–3 years' experience in a similar role (Microbiology/Particulate testing) within the pharmaceutical / medical devices / manufacturing industry.
Preferred Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
  • Good knowledge and understanding of principles of microbiological techniques.
  • Experience in a cGMP environment.
  • Strong competence in IT - MS Office - Excel, Word and PowerPoint.
  • Good verbal and written communication skills.
  • Knowledge and understanding of Particle Analysis and techniques an advantage but not essential.

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Travel Requirements

5%: Up to 13 business days per year.

West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening and/or a pre-employment drug screening.


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