Description

The Scientific In‑sourcing team supplies on‑site QC analysts and technical support to meet client staffing needs while adhering to strict technical and Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) standards, ensuring the safety of medication products.

The role involves maintaining equipment, calibrations, inventory, accurate LIMS data entry, and producing high‑quality documentation, while supporting team KPIs, investigations, and continuous improvement of safety, environmental and service standards.

• Receive training, maintain qualification, and train other analysts when qualified
• Perform testing following validated procedures and regulatory requirements
• Maintain and calibrate laboratory equipment on schedule
• Manage inventory and material status for analyses
• Verify and review results from other analysts for compliance
• Enter data accurately into LIMS
• Assess test results, close out batch analyses, and meet target dates
• Update visibility tools and communicate testing status at meetings
• Keep laboratory housekeeping to high standards
• Ensure lab records are completed correctly and on time (Right First Time)
• Write and maintain SOPs, methods, and reports
• Collaborate with team to exceed customer expectations and support KPIs (investigations, training, productivity, on‑time testing)
• Document and notify appropriate contacts of atypical or aberrant results
• Lead laboratory investigations and deviations when required
• Maintain a safe, audit‑ready working environment
• Identify and implement safety, environmental, quality and service improvements

Requirements

We are seeking an experienced QC Analyst to join this growing team, performing pharmaceutical substance testing—primarily GC and HPLC—in a GMP environment according to client procedures and quality systems.

Candidates must hold a Level 7 science degree in Chemistry (or equivalent), have at least two years post‑qualification GMP laboratory experience, and be proficient with analytical technologies, data integrity, LIMS and Trackwise. Strong communication, organisational skills, a customer‑service mindset and a commitment to quality and safety are essential.

Applicants must be eligible to work in Ireland immediately, and the position is site‑based. SGS is an equal‑opportunity employer that values diversity.

• Science graduate (Level 7) in Chemistry or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years post‑qualification GMP laboratory experience
• Demonstrated knowledge of GMP, data integrity, and analytical technologies (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, PSD, X‑ray, wet chemistry)
• Proficient with lab computer systems including LIMS and Trackwise
• Strong organizational, written and verbal communication skills
• Team player with flexibility, customer‑service mentality and high quality/safety standards

Benefits

• Work with leader on self‑development and progression

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance