QC Analyst

Description

The role involves testing pharmaceutical substances, such as raw materials and drug substances, in a GMP environment according to client procedures and quality systems. The primary focus will be on GC and HPLC analysis, complemented by other analytical techniques as needed.

The position requires maintaining high laboratory standards, including equipment calibration, inventory management, data integrity in LIMS, and adherence to safety and audit readiness. Collaboration with the team to meet customer expectations and support key performance indicators is essential.

• Receive training, become qualified in analytical techniques, keep training current, and train other analysts where qualified.
• Perform testing according to validated procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Maintain laboratory equipment and execute scheduled calibrations.
• Manage inventory and status of materials required for analysis.
• Verify and review other analysts’ results for compliance when qualified.
• Ensure accurate data entry into LIMS.
• Assess testing results and close out batch analyses.
• Meet target dates, update visibility tools, and communicate testing status in meetings.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards in the laboratory.
• Produce high‑quality lab records, ensuring work is right the first time and on schedule.
• Write and maintain SOPs, methods, and reports.
• Collaborate with the team to meet and exceed customer expectations and support KPI achievement.
• Notify contacts and document atypical results and investigations.
• Lead laboratory investigations and deviations as needed.
• Maintain a safe, audit‑ready working environment.
• Identify and implement safety, environmental, quality, and service improvements.
• Uphold excellent quality and safety standards.
• Maintain professionalism with clients, contractors, and colleagues.
• Comply with SGS and client policies and procedures.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Level 7 science degree in Chemistry (or equivalent), have at least two years of post‑qualification GMP laboratory experience, and possess strong organizational, communication, and computer system skills. Immediate eligibility to work in Ireland is required, and the role is site‑based with equal opportunity employment.

• Hold a Level 7 science degree in Chemistry or equivalent.
• Possess at least two years post‑qualification experience in a GMP laboratory.
• Demonstrate experience with GMP, data integrity, and analytical technologies (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, PSD, X‑ray, wet chemistry).
• Exhibit strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient in lab computer systems, including LIMS and Trackwise.
• Apply strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Manage time effectively with attention to detail.

Benefits

• Work with leadership on self‑development and career progression.
• Be a flexible team player with a strong customer‑service mindset.

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance