QC Analyst Internship

MSD Malaysia; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 13,000 - 20,000; Full time

Job summary

MSD Malaysia in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland is seeking a QC Lab Intern to support testing on in-process drug substance/drug product, final drug products and stability samples at our state-of-the-art biotech facility.

You will work across self-directed teams to ensure GMP compliance, assist with analytical/microbiology/biochemistry & cell biology methods, and help deliver on quality, safety and continuous improvement across the site.

Qualifications

• Currently pursuing a degree in Science/Quality/Technical disciplines.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Understanding of cGMP requirements for manufacturing and/or systems and compliance.
• Ability to work independently in addition to being part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and escalate issues when needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine Analytical/Microbiology/Biochemistry & Cell Biology testing in GMP conditions.
• Follow all relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
• Observe GLP/cGMP at all times.
• Review Analytical Testing data.
• Support lab readiness, audits, equipment qualification and method transfer.

Skills

Analytical

Biochemistry

Cell Biology

Data Analytics

GMP Compliance

Education

Science/Quality/Technical degree (in progress)

Job description

Job Description QC Lab Intern

This role will be part of our Testing Self-Directed work team in our state of the art single use multi- product biotech facility in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland.

• The organisational structure at the site will be based on self-directed work teams where decisions will be made at the level where the data exists.
• The Quality Control Analyst intern will work across the site self-directed work teams and hub teams to identify and resolve issues in order to allow the site to deliver on our commit culture that support Quality, EHS, Learning and Continuous improvement.
• The Quality Control analyst intern will be responsible for supporting testing on in-process drug substance/drug product, final drug products, and stability samples at the new single use multi-product biotech facility in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland.
• The overall responsibility for this role will be to support the Quality Control testing function related to Analytical/Microbiology/Biochemistry & Cell Biology methods, ensuring compliance with cGMP and corporate regulations. This is a critical role within the Quality organisation to help establish the Laboratories as a hub for specialised analytical testing and create value for our patients.

Key Accountabilities

• Perform a variety of routine Analytical/Microbiology/Biochemistry & Cell Biology testing techniques and associated documentation in compliance with GMP requirements as required,
• Following all relevant Standard Operating Procedures.
• Observe GLP/cGMP always
• Review Analytical Testing data.
• Support activities including general lab readiness, audit readiness, laboratory equipment qualification and analytical method technical transfer, verification and validation.
• Get actively involved by participating in inspections, GEMBA's and Go-See's.
• Consistently deliver on specific area Key Performance Indicators.
• Operate to the highest standards of Safety, Quality and Compliance.
• Routinely talk about any safety issues you are concerned about.
• Challenge and identify improvements to the safety and environmental programmes on site.
• Be part of a motivated and high performing team

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a degree/studying qualification in Science/Quality/Technical (disciplines).
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• An understanding of cGMP requirements for manufacturing and/or systems and compliance.
• Required to work on his/her own initiative in a constructive manner in addition to working as part of a team.
• Excellent time management and organisational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to elevate issues for resolution.
• Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.
• Flexible and self-motivated.

Required Skills

• Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biochemistry, Cell-Based Assays, Clinical Research, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Document Management, GMP Compliance, Health Economics, Immunochemistry, Immunology, Manufacturing, Microbiology, Office Applications, Pressure Management, Process Improvements, Project Management, Reporting and Analysis, Safety Standards, Safety Training Programs, Standards Compliance, Technical Support {+ 2 more}

Employment Details

• Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
• Relocation: No relocation
• VISA Sponsorship: No
• Travel Requirements: No Travel Required
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
• Shift: Not Indicated
• Valid Driving License: No
• Hazardous Material(s): N/A
• Job Posting End Date: 09/16/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

Our company is a global health care leader with a diversified portfolio of prescription medicines, vaccines and animal health products. The difference between potential and achievement lies in the spark that fuels innovation and inventiveness; this is the space where we have codified our legacy for over a century. Our success is backed by ethical integrity, forward momentum, and an inspiring mission to achieve new milestones in global healthcare.