QC Analyst - 12 Month Contract

Uniting Holding; Loughrea; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Chanelle Pharma is seeking a QC Analyst to join its fast-paced QC Department in Loughrea. The role involves analytical testing of raw materials, finished products (tablets, boluses, veterinary drenches), and stability samples in a GMP environment.

The position is a 12-month fixed-term contract with immediate start. A Chemistry-based degree and bench experience in a pharmaceutical QC lab are required, with familiarity of EU GMP and FDA guidelines highly regarded.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in chemistry or equivalent.
• Fresh chemistry/pharmaceutical science graduate with bench experience in QC lab.
• Familiarity with EU GMP and US FDA guidelines preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform physical and chemical testing of raw materials and finished products using HPLC, IR, UV and dissolution techniques.
• Conduct water analysis and environmental monitoring per procedures.
• Maintain GLP-compliant documentation and recordkeeping.

Skills

Analytical testing

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication skills

Organised / systematic

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in chemistry

Fresh chemistry/pharma science graduate

Tools

HPLC

IR

UV

Dissolution

Job description

We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic QC Analyst to join our amazing and fast-paced QC Department at Chanelle Pharma. You will help with carrying out analytical testing on finished products, raw materials and stability using the correct procedures to comply with GMP, Health and Safety, SOP's and environmental and regulatory requirements while ensuring we meet our customer's needs.

This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract and we are looking for people to start immediately.

Location: 5-Days onsite in ourQC Laboratory in Loughrea, Co. Galway.

As a QC Analyst, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our materials and products through precise and timely testing. Your key responsibilities will include:

• Conducting physical and chemical testing of raw materials, finished products (e.g., tablets, boluses, veterinary drenches), contract-manufactured goods, stability samples, validation lots, and cleaning validation samples using appropriate analytical techniques.

• Performing water analysis and environmental monitoring according to relevant procedures and schedules.

• Inspecting incoming materials such as foils, labels, bulk finished goods, and injectables.

• Operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment in accordance with calibration and maintenance protocols.

• Adhering to all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), pharmacopoeias, specifications, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards.

• Maintaining laboratory logbooks, notebooks, and associated documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).

• Supporting the QC testing schedule to help achieve a customer service level of >95%.

• Ensuring all QC records are accurately maintained and properly filed.

• Liaising with team leaders, supervisors, and production staff to ensure timely reporting and resolution of results.

• Providing prompt feedback and escalating any discrepancies, deviations, or non-conformances as required.

• Coordinating the dispatch of samples for external analysis when necessary.

• Managing relationships with external suppliers/vendors for QC-related consumables.

• Participating in internal laboratory rota tasks and contributing to general housekeeping and hygiene within the lab.

• Upholding laboratory safety standards and identifying areas for improvement.

• Performing additional responsibilities as assigned by the QC Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager.

Education & Experience:

• Bachelor's degree (Level 8 or equivalent) in a chemistry-based discipline.

• Fresh Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Science graduate with previous experience/internship on the bench working in a pharmaceutical QC laboratory operating under cGLP standards.

• Good familiarity with regulatory guidelines including EU GMP and US FDA standards (experience preferred but not essential).

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong knowledge of analytical techniques including HPLC, IR, UV, dissolution, and physical testing. Practical Knowledge of using

• Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate within cross-functional teams.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Maintains high ethical standards; escalates issues appropriately when necessary.

• Demonstrates flexibility and a willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.

• Highly organised, methodical, and systematic in approach to work.

• Positive, proactive, and energised by responsibility and accountability.

• Able to prioritise tasks effectively, distinguishing between urgent and non-urgent matters.

• Takes initiative, seeks clarification when needed, and accepts direction constructively.

• Contributes to a supportive, team-oriented environment.

• Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).