QA Chemist

Pfizer; Ringaskiddy; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer in Ireland is seeking a Quality Assurance professional to evaluate clinical and commercial drug batches, ensure cGMP compliance, and oversee site documentation. The role emphasizes risk-based quality culture and collaboration across teams in a patient-centric environment.

The position requires strong understanding of GxP, proficiency with MS Excel/Word, and experience with investigations, change control, and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Proactive approach to problem-solving and good working knowledge of MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and review clinical and commercial drug batches to ensure compliance with specifications.
• Conduct sampling and statistical process control to identify deviations.
• Approve investigations and change control activities to maintain GxP compliance.
• Contribute to moderately complex projects and develop short-term work plans.
• Independently assess Change Control activities for GxP impacts.
• Investigate and document QA deviations and escalate as needed.
• Ensure regulatory compliance and provide QA oversight of site documentation.

Skills

Critical thinking

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Quality mindset

Education

High school diploma + 8+ years

Associate's degree + 6+ years

BA/BS + 2+ years

MBA/MS + relevant exp

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

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 use

Work 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

Purpose

Breakthroughs that change patients' lives ... At Pfizer we are a patient centric company, guided by our four values: courage, joy, equity and excellence. Our breakthrough culture lends itself to our dedication to transforming millions of lives.

Digital Transformation Strategy

One bold way we are achieving our purpose is through our company wide digital transformation strategy. We are leading the way in adopting new data, modelling and automated solutions to further digitize and accelerate drug discovery and development with the aim of enhancing health outcomes and the patient experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity

We believe that a diverse and inclusive workforce is crucial to building a successful business. As an employer, Pfizer is committed to celebrating this, in all its forms – allowing for us to be as diverse as the patients and communities we serve. Together, we continue to build a culture that encourages, supports and empowers our employees.

Disability Inclusion

Our mission is unleashing the power of all our people and we are proud to be a disability inclusive employer, ensuring equal employment opportunities for all candidates. We encourage you to put your best self forward with the knowledge and trust that we will make any reasonable adjustments to support your application and future career. Your journey with Pfizer starts here!

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