Associate Scientist - Cell Based Assays

Eurofins Biopharma Product Testing Ireland; Dungarvan; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Eurofins Biopharma Product Testing Ireland is hiring an Associate Scientist to support GMP-regulated testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products. You will perform quality control analyses and maintain data integrity across cell-based potency assays.

The role offers exposure to advanced assays, documentation in line with SOPs, and opportunities for professional development within a global leader in pharmaceutical testing. Weekend/on-call may be required.

Qualifications

• Degree required: Molecular Cell Biology or related field.
• Minimum 2 years' experience performing cell-based potency assays in a GMP environment.
• Strong GMP principles and laboratory compliance knowledge.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Strong organisational and communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory analysis accurately and efficiently.
• Complete testing and associated documentation in accordance with SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.
• Participate in investigations and root cause analyses.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and process enhancements.
• Maintain training records and competence within assigned testing areas.
• Provide training and support to colleagues where appropriate.
• Participate in weekend, overtime, and on-call schedules as required.
• Ensure customer requirements and timelines are consistently achieved.

Skills

GMP experience

Documentation

Attention to detail

Organization

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Degree in Molecular Cell Biology or related

Job description

Eurofins Biopharma Product Testing Ireland is a leading contract laboratory providing testing and research services in the pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical sectors.

We are currently seeking an Associate Scientist to join our team and support the testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical products in a GMP-regulated environment.

The successful candidate will be responsible for performing quality control testing to ensure products meet predefined quality, safety, and regulatory standards. This role offers the opportunity to work with advanced cell-based assays while contributing to continuous improvement and maintaining the highest standards of compliance and data integrity.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory analysis accurately and efficiently.
• Complete testing and associated documentation in accordance with SOPs and GMP requirements.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory and internal quality standards.
• Participate in investigations, Root Cause Analysis, and exception reporting activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives and process enhancements.
• Maintain training records and competency within assigned testing areas.
• Provide training and support to colleagues where appropriate.
• Participate in weekend, overtime, and on-call schedules as required.
• Ensure customer requirements and timelines are consistently achieved.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Molecular Cell Biology or a related scientific discipline.
• Minimum 2 years' experience performing Cell Based Potency Assays within a GMP environment.
• Strong understanding of GMP principles and laboratory compliance requirements.
• Excellent attention to detail and documentation skills.
• Strong organisational and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.
• Proactive, flexible, quality-focused, and customer-oriented approach.

Why Join Eurofins?

• Work with a global leader in pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical testing.
• Be part of a collaborative and science-driven team.
• Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
• Contribute to improving patient safety and product quality worldwide.