Analytical Specialist: Method Transfers & Lab Excellence

AbbVie; Sligo; On-site; EUR 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie in Ireland seeks a scientific analyst to perform analytical testing supporting manufacturing, process development and product release. You will lead method transfers, validations and optimizations with S&T and R&D teams, providing technical expertise for investigations and continuous improvement.

You will help develop and maintain laboratory procedures, collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing, EHS and S&T to ensure compliance, and train analysts to build capability and knowledge

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in a Scientific discipline.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, KF and dissolution testing.
• Knowledge of method transfer, validation and optimization.
• Familiarity with USP, EP and analytical validation requirements.
• Understanding of ICH/CDER guidelines and GMP laboratory environments.
• Experience with MS and XRD is desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing to support manufacturing operations, process development and product release.
• Lead and support analytical method transfers, validations and optimizations with S&T and R&D.
• Provide technical expertise for laboratory investigations, troubleshooting and continuous improvement.
• Support development and maintenance of laboratory procedures, specifications and quality documentation.
• Collaborate with Quality, Manufacturing, EHS and S&T to ensure compliance and operational excellence.
• Maintain accurate laboratory records and ensure testing activities are on schedule.
• Own and maintain analytical equipment, including qualification activities for new instrumentation.
• Identify laboratory safety risks and support a strong safety culture.
• Train and mentor laboratory analysts to support knowledge transfer and capability development.

Skills

Analytical mindset

Problem solving

Communication skills

Education

Degree or Diploma in a Scientific discipline

Tools

HPLC

GC

Karl Fischer (KF)

Dissolution testing

MS

XRD

Job description

AbbVie in Ireland seeks a scientific analyst to perform analytical testing supporting manufacturing, process development and product release. You will lead method transfers, validations and optimizations with S&T and R&D teams, providing technical expertise for investigations and continuous improvement.

You will help develop and maintain laboratory procedures, collaborate across Quality, Manufacturing, EHS and S&T to ensure compliance, and train analysts to build capability and knowledge