QC Analyst

Sanofi; Munster; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanofi is seeking a QC Analyst at our Waterford, Ireland site to perform analytical testing within a cGMP environment. You will work with the QC team to ensure data integrity, participate in investigations, and help drive continuous improvement in quality standards.

The role requires an English-fluent candidate with a science-related degree and hands-on experience in analytical testing of pharmaceutical products. On-site work at Waterford site is expected.

Qualifications

• Experience in analytical testing within a pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.
• Fluency in English.
• Degree in Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Carry out analytical testing according to schedules and plans.
• Follow cGMP and HSE requirements with relevant instructions and records.
• Accurately record all raw data, calculations, and related information to meet data integrity standards.
• Ensure training/qualification before carrying out analytical testing.
• Review QC data in a timely manner in line with plans.
• Inform manager of deviations or out-of-spec results to support investigations.
• Contribute to investigations to ensure thorough root cause analysis.
• Complete assigned CAPAs as part of remediation and improvement initiatives.
• Maintain laboratory facilities and instruments in a safe, clean, fit-for-purpose condition.

Skills

Attention to detail

Collaborative team player

Problem solving

Task prioritisation

Education

Science/Chemistry/Pharmacy degree

Tools

Laboratory instruments

Quality documentation systems

Job description

Job Title: QC Analyst

Location: Waterford, Ireland

Job type: FTC

About The Job

Our Team:

Our Quality Control (QC) team at our Waterford manufacturing site plays a vital role in ensuring that every product we make meets the highest standards of quality and safety — for the benefit of patients around the world. We are a science-driven team working within a current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) environment, where precision, integrity, and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. We take pride in our culture of continuous improvement and our commitment to supporting one another to grow, learn, and deliver excellence together.

Main Responsibilities

• Carry out analytical testing in a timely and organised manner, following agreed schedules and plans
• Perform all tasks in line with current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) and Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) requirements, including relevant instructions, procedures, and records
• Accurately record all raw data, calculations, and related information to meet cGMP and data integrity standards
• Ensure you are appropriately trained and qualified for any analytical testing that requires formal qualification before carrying it out
• Review quality control data generated by fellow analysts in a timely manner, in line with scheduled plans
• Promptly inform your manager of any quality or safety-related events — such as deviations or out-of-specification results — to support appropriate investigation and impact assessment
• Actively contribute to investigations you are involved in, helping to ensure thorough root cause analysis and impact assessment
• Complete assigned Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPAs) as part of remediation plans and continuous improvement initiatives
• Help maintain laboratory facilities and instruments in a safe, clean, and fit-for-purpose condition at all times

About You

• Experience: Experience in analytical testing within a pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environment
• Soft skills: Strong attention to detail; collaborative team player with clear and open communication skills; proactive approach to problem-solving; ability to manage and prioritise tasks effectively
• Technical skills: Working knowledge of cGMP principles and data integrity requirements; familiarity with laboratory instruments and analytical techniques; experience using quality documentation systems
• Education: A degree in Science, Chemistry, Pharmacy, or a related field — or equivalent practical experience
• Languages: Fluency in English

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