Analytical Scientist

PSC Biotech Corporation; Carlow; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PSC Biotech is seeking a Laboratory Analytical Specialist/Analytical Scientist in Carlow, Ireland. You will lead projects within the Analytical Development Lab, overseeing analytical testing across development, clinical and commercial stages for Large Molecule operations.

Ideal candidates have 5+ years in biopharma quality labs and strong chromatography methods. You will drive method introductions, equipment rollouts, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement while ensuring compliance with

Qualifications

• BSc/ MSc/PhD in a biosciences or related field with at least 5 years' analytical lab experience.
• Proven knowledge of cGMP requirements in biopharma environments.
• Extensive chromatography including HPLC/UPLC and proficiency with Empower software.
• Experience with bioanalytical methods and plate reader assays.
• Strong troubleshooting and instrument maintenance skills.
• Solid knowledge of Laboratory Quality Systems.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.
• Attention to detail and systematic problem solving.

Responsibilities

• Lead introduction of new analytical methods to the lab.
• Lead new equipment introductions to the lab.
• Troubleshooting and solving product testing & equipment issues.
• Perform wide range of bioanalytical testing including HPLC/UPLC, CE, ELISA and plate reader assays.
• Support launch of new products to site.
• Lead and drive continuous improvement solutions to completion.
• Mentor analysts and develop training programs.

Skills

Analytical science

cGMP knowledge

Chromatography

Empower software

Bioanalytical methods

Troubleshooting

Laboratory quality systems

Communication

Education

BSc/ MSc/PhD in relevant field

Tools

Empower software

HPLC/UPLC

Job description

• Industry Pharma/Biotech/Clinical Research
• Work Experience 5+ years
• City Carlow
• State/Province Carlow
• Country Ireland

Job Description

About PSC Biotech

PSC Biotech is a leading Biotech Consultancy firm foundedin 1996, headquartered in Pomona, California, USA, with Global operations inIreland, India, Singapore, Australia and the US, serving 350 clients in morethan 23 countries worldwide. We provide cloud-based software solutions forQuality Management and Regulatory Inspections, pharmaceuticals contractmanufacturing professionals, and metrology services to our clients.

Who are we?

PSC Biotech disrupts the conventional consultancy modelby aligning our EVP as one of the unique selling point which includes theopportunity to work with the most talented cohort of like-minded professionalsoperating in the Pharma/ Biotech Industry. We offer a permanent contract ofemployment giving exposure of working in Top Pharmaceutical client sites in adiverse-cultural work setting.

‘Take your Career to a new Level’

PSC Biotech disrupts the conventional consultancy modelby aligning our EVP as one of the unique selling point which includes theopportunity to work with the most talented cohort of like-minded professionalsoperating in the Pharma/ Biotech Industry. We offer a permanent contract ofemployment giving exposure of working in Top Pharmaceutical client sites in adiverse-cultural work setting.

Employee Value Proposition

Employees are the “heartbeat” of PSC Biotech, we provideunparalleled empowering career development though Learning & Developmentin-house training mentorship through constant guidance to facilitate careerprogression. We believe in creating high performing teams that can exceed ourclient’s expectations with regards to quality of all scalable and business unitdeliverables, staying under budget and ensuring timelines for our deliverablesare being met.

Overview:

An amazing opportunity has arisen for a LaboratoryAnalytical Specialist/Analytical Scientist. The role will be responsible forleading projects within the Technical Operations Analytical Development Lab(ADL). The ADL supports Analytical Testing of non-commercial batches across theLarge Molecule Technical Operations network. This role would be ideal forsomeone with extensive experience working within a Quality laboratoryenvironment who is looking to move into a more project-based team.

Requirements

What you will do:

• The ADL is a non-commercial lab which has responsibilityfor all aspects of analytical support through development, clinical andcommercial stages of new Drug Products on site.
• Lead introduction of new analytical methods to the lab
• Lead new equipment introductions to the lab
• Troubleshooting and problem solving of product testingand equipment issues
• Perform wide range of bioanalytical testing includingHPLC/UPLC, CE, ELISA and plate reader assays
• Support launch of new products to site
• Lead and drive continuous improvement solutions tocompletion.
• Continually reviews the analytical elements of projectsto assure attention to critical issues and appropriate resourcing (bysupporting functions) to meet project needs and timelines
• Leadership activities including project planning andanalyst coaching
• Develop and maintain training program
• Lead method remediation solutions
• Work collaboratively to drive a safe and compliantculture

What skills you will need:

• BSc/ MSc/PhD Qualification with minimum of 5 years’experience as an Analytical Scientist or similar role in biopharmaceuticalindustry
• Knowledge of cGMP
• Knowledge of equipment qualification
• Extensive knowledge of chromatography techniques andEmpower software
• Knowledge of bioanalytical methods including plate readerassays, concentration assays and compendial methods etc.
• Troubleshooting and maintaining instrumentation andequipment
• Knowledge of Laboratory Quality Systems
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computerapplications
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills tointerface effectively with all levels of colleagues in a team environment, andwith external customers
• The ability to work cross functionally with all areas ofthe business
• Self-motivated
• Flexible approach
• Excellent attention to detail
• Demonstrable analytical and systematic problem-solvingskills