QA Chemist

Pfizer; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Ringaskiddy, Cork is seeking a QA Chemist to evaluate clinical and commercial drug batches for compliance with specifications and regulatory standards. You will perform sampling, statistical process control, and approve investigations and change controls to maintain cGMP.

The role requires strong problem-solving, attention to detail, and collaboration across teams. The position focuses on regulatory compliance with GxP, documentation oversight, and continuous quality improvements in a

Qualifications

• Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and related regulations.
• Ability to review and approve investigations and change controls.
• Ability to mentor and review colleagues’ work.
• Experience using AI tools to support problem solving and productivity.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and review clinical and commercial drug batches for compliance with specs.
• Conduct sampling and statistical process control to identify deviations.
• Approve investigations and change control activities to maintain compliance.
• Contribute to projects and develop short-term work plans, managing time effectively.
• Independently assess Change Control activities for GxP impacts.
• Investigate and document Quality Assurance deviations and escalate as needed.
• Ensure regulatory compliance with GxP and oversee site documentation.

Skills

Quality mindset

Critical thinking

Problem solving

Teamwork

Attention to detail

Education

High school diploma

Associate’s degree

Bachelor’s degree in a related field

MBA/MS with relevant experience

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

AI tools

Job description

## QA ChemistApply: Ireland - Cork - Ringaskiddy: Full time: Posted Today: 4965706**Use Your Power for Purpose**Every day, Pfizer’s unwavering commitment to quality ensures the delivery of safe and effective products to patients. Our science and risk-based compliant quality culture is both flexible and innovative, always putting the patient first. Whether you are involved in development, maintenance, compliance, or research analysis, your contribution directly impacts patients. **What You Will Achieve**In this role, you will:* Evaluate and review clinical and commercial drug batches to ensure compliance with established specifications.* Conduct rigorous sampling and statistical process control procedures to identify deviations from standards.* Approve investigations and change control activities to maintain compliance with configuration management policies.* Contribute to moderately complex projects, managing time effectively and developing short-term work plans.* Independently assess Change Control activities for potential Quality and Operational Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) impacts.* Investigate and document Quality Assurance deviations, escalating issues to the Quality Assurance Lead as needed.* Ensure regulatory compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (GxP) and provide Quality Review and oversight of site documentation to meet global regulatory and Pfizer quality standards. **Here Is What You Need** (Minimum Requirements)* High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience* Solid understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices and relevant GxP regulations and standards* Strong critical thinking skills* Ability to work effectively within own team and interdepartmental teams* Good working knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Word* Proactive approach to problem-solving **Bonus Points If You Have** (Preferred Requirements)* Experience in quality administered systems* Strong organizational skills and attention to detail* Experience with regulatory compliance and documentation* Ability to mentor and review the work of other colleagues* Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity. Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical useWork Location Assignment: On Premise Closing Date: 27th October 2026**Additional Information*** In order to be considered for this position in Ireland you need to be legally eligible to work in Ireland.* Please note there is no relocation support available for this position