Laboratory Equipment Specialist – Validation & Commissioning

Matrix Recruitment Group; Connacht; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Matrix Recruitment Group in Ireland is seeking a Laboratory Equipment Specialist – Validation & Commissioning to manage installation, validation, and decommissioning of laboratory instruments. You will work hands-on with Drug Substance and Drug Product instrumentation, driving the full project lifecycle from day-to-day activities to compliance.

The role requires a strong background in validation principles, laboratory systems, and documentation, plus excellent project management and

Qualifications

• BSc in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical science, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• Strong knowledge of validation principles, laboratory systems, and technical documentation.
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills.
• Solid problem-solving abilities and strong communication (written and verbal).
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Lead installation and decommissioning of laboratory instruments
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP, safety, and environmental standards
• Oversee equipment validation activities and related documentation
• Manage issues during installation, including investigating and troubleshooting
• Coordinate with external engineers and vendors as needed
• Set up instruments on asset management systems for ongoing maintenance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department

Skills

Validation knowledge

Project management

Analytical communication

Independent team player

Education

BSc in analytical chemistry or pharmaceutical science

Job description

Matrix Recruitment are currently hiring aLaboratory Equipment Specialist – Validation & Commissioning on behalf of our client in Tipperary

What You Need to Know:

Are you ready to take charge of keeping top-notch laboratory instruments running smoothly? This is a great opportunity for a motivated individual to manage the seamless installation and decommissioning of essential equipment in a dynamic lab environment.

Your New Job:

As the Laboratory Equipment Specialist – Validation & Commissioning, you’ll play a key role in ensuring all laboratory instruments are installed, validated, and decommissioned with minimal disruption to lab operations. You’ll be hands-on with both Drug Substance and Drug Product instrumentation, and will work closely with your team, taking ownership of the full project lifecycle from day-to-day activities to compliance.

Key Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead installation and decommissioning of laboratory instruments
• Ensure all work complies with cGMP, safety, and environmental standards
• Oversee equipment validation activities and related documentation
• Manage issues during installation, including investigating and troubleshooting
• Coordinate with external engineers and vendors as needed
• Set up instruments on asset management systems for ongoing maintenance
• Support continuous improvement initiatives within the department

What Are We Looking For?

• BSc. in analytical chemistry, pharmaceutical science, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• Strong knowledge of validation principles, laboratory systems, and technical documentation
• Excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills
• Solid problem-solving abilities and strong communication (written and verbal)
• Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team