Biomedical Field Service Engineer – GMP Lab Instruments

Ascension Executive Recruitment; Dublin; On-site; EUR 50,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Contributory pension scheme

25 days annual leave

Company laptop

Mobile phone

Tools and test equipment provided

Monthly car allowance and expenses

Training and development programmes

Job summary

Ascension Executive Recruitment is seeking a Biomedical Science graduate for a Field Service Engineer role in Ireland. You will install, maintain and repair laboratory instrumentation across GMP environments, with on-site and remote support to pharma, biotech, and academic customers.

The role combines hands-on technical work with specialist training, including IQ/OQ qualification support and potential international travel.

Qualifications

• GMP knowledge and experience working in regulated environments.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent organisational and multitasking abilities.
• Good interpersonal and communication skills.
• Full driving licence and access to own car.
• Hands-on GMP laboratory experience (internships, placements, or industry).
• Familiarity with analytical or laboratory instrumentation.
• Experience with IQ/OQ documentation.

Responsibilities

• Install, maintain, and repair laboratory instrumentation.
• Support IQ/OQ activities in GMP-compliant manner; document accurately.
• Provide on-site and remote technical support to customers.
• Troubleshoot instrument issues in regulated labs.
• Work independently in the field while coordinating with the Service Team.
• Manage own schedule per customer and team requirements.
• Maintain service and compliance records in internal systems.
• Ensure all work complies with GMP and regulatory standards.
• Complete monthly expense reports and service documentation.
• Participate in product and compliance training, including international travel.

Skills

GMP knowledge

Field service

Laboratory instrumentation

Problem solving

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Driving licence

Independent worker

IQ/OQ/PQ

Regulated environments

Education

Biomedical Science degree

Biochemistry or Biotechnology degree

Tools

Capillary electrophoresis systems

Flow cytometers

Cell characterization systems

Job description

Ascension Executive Recruitment is seeking a Biomedical Science graduate for a Field Service Engineer role in Ireland. You will install, maintain and repair laboratory instrumentation across GMP environments, with on-site and remote support to pharma, biotech, and academic customers.

The role combines hands-on technical work with specialist training, including IQ/OQ qualification support and potential international travel.