Laboratory Technician IV

ABBVIE; Ireland; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

AbbVie Inc. is seeking a Microbiology Laboratory professional to perform a range of testing activities supporting product release and site compliance.

You will generate technical reports, maintain QA documentation, and trend microbiological data while ensuring adherence to cGMP and regulatory standards. The role requires a third-level qualification in Microbiology or Biological Sciences with 12+ months of experience in a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably aseptic production.

Qualifications

• Requires a third-level qualification in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or related field.
• Experience in a regulated manufacturing environment preferred.
• Strong understanding of sterile manufacturing processes and GMP requirements.
• Practical microbiology lab techniques and environmental monitoring experience.
• Excellent documentation, communication, and report-writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform microbiological testing activities for product release and site compliance (Water Sampling, Endotoxin, Growth Promotion, In-Process, Sterility).
• Conduct APET and Antibiotic Assays as required.
• Generate accurate and timely test reports and QA documentation (SOPs, protocols, CAPAs, deviations).
• Trend and analyse microbiological data; investigate adverse, atypical, and OOS results.
• Support validation and qualification of lab equipment and test methods.
• Ensure all testing activities comply with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and site standards.

Skills

Microbiology

Biological sciences

Aseptic processing

GMP knowledge

Analytical skills

Education

Microbiology degree

Biological sciences

Related scientific discipline

Job description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas including immunology, oncology and neuroscience - and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com . Follow @abbvie on LinkedIn, Facebook , Instagram , X and YouTube.

Job Description

Perform a range of microbiological testing activities to support product release and site compliance, including:

• Water Sampling
• Endotoxin Testing
• Growth Promotion Testing
• In-Process Testing
• Sterility Testing
• Antimicrobial Preservative Effectiveness Testing (APET)
• Antibiotic Assays

Generate accurate and timely technical reports and test documentation.

Draft, review, and maintain quality documentation, including:

• Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Protocols
• Training Materials
• Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs)
• Deviations

Trend and analyse microbiological data, investigating adverse, atypical, and out-of-specification (OOS) results as required.

Support validation and qualification activities for microbiology laboratory equipment and test methods.

Ensure all testing activities are performed in compliance with cGMP, regulatory requirements, and site quality standards.

Qualifications

Third-level qualification in Microbiology, Biological Sciences, or a related scientific discipline.

Minimum of 12 months' experience within a regulated manufacturing environment, preferably in aseptic pharmaceutical production.

Strong working knowledge of the pharmaceutical industry, including sterile manufacturing processes and GMP requirements.

Practical experience in aseptic processing, contamination control, and microbiological laboratory techniques.

Demonstrated understanding of microbiological testing methods, environmental monitoring, and sterile operations.

Strong technical, analytical, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to investigate and resolve microbiological issues.

Experience working within a highly regulated environment, with a commitment to quality, compliance, and continuous improvement.

Excellent communication, documentation, and report-writing skills.

Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community. Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled.

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