Analytical Scientist: Method Transfers & Validation

Morgan McKinley; Carlow; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking an Analytical Sciences Specialist to join a regulated laboratory team focused on development, transfer, qualification, and lifecycle management of analytical methods for pipeline and commercial products.

The role emphasizes method transfers, validations, and continuous improvement across HPLC, biochemistry, and digital analytical technologies, with strong collaboration across Quality, Manufacturing, and Validation teams in a GMP setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• Advanced scientific qualifications are desirable but not essential.
• 2–3+ years of relevant experience in a GMP-regulated life sciences environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead or support analytical method transfers, validations, and compendial method verifications.
• Perform laboratory-based analytical testing, method assessments, and technical studies using a range of analytical techniques.
• Generate, review, interpret, and verify analytical data and associated technical documentation.
• Support the analytical procedure lifecycle, including method introduction, optimization, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement.
• Provide technical support for analytical method and laboratory equipment issues, including troubleshooting and root-cause assessment.
• Support equipment performance qualification (PQ) activities and associated documentation.
• Participate in laboratory investigations, deviations, CAPAs, and change controls.
• Contribute to technical assessments and rationale supporting analytical methods and laboratory activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Quality Control, Manufacturing, Validation, Technical Operations, and analytical science teams.
• Support the implementation and development of digital analytical methods and laboratory technologies.
• Ensure all activities are conducted in accordance with cGMP, data integrity, safety, and applicable regulatory requirements.

Skills

Analytical method validation

Method transfer

Compendial testing

Data interpretation

Investigations & CAPA

GMP compliance

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or related field

Advanced scientific qualifications desirable

Tools

HPLC/UHPLC

CE-SDS

icIEF

Empower

SoloVPE

ELISA

Cell-based assays

Job description

Morgan McKinley is seeking an Analytical Sciences Specialist to join a regulated laboratory team focused on development, transfer, qualification, and lifecycle management of analytical methods for pipeline and commercial products.

The role emphasizes method transfers, validations, and continuous improvement across HPLC, biochemistry, and digital analytical technologies, with strong collaboration across Quality, Manufacturing, and Validation teams in a GMP setting.