QC Analytical Chemist – Biologics Lab (cGMP)

Recruitment by Aphex; Dunboyne; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Recruitment by Aphex is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist for our state-of-the-art single-use multi-product biotech facility in Ireland. You will support the Quality Control testing function, conduct biological, chemical, and physical analyses using modern laboratory instrumentation, and help establish the lab as a hub for specialized analytical testing.

The role requires strong collaboration with self-directed work teams, adherence to cGMP, and a focus on continuous improvement and patient value.

Qualifications

• Degree in Science, Technical, or Quality field.
• 4 years' experience in biotechnology/pharmaceutical industry.
• Excellent written and oral communication.
• Knowledge of cGMP for Laboratory Operations.
• Self-starter who works in a team.
• Understanding of analytical methods (HPLC, GC, UPLC, Capillary Electrophoresis and wet chemistry).
• Familiarity with GMP, ICH, USP and global regulations.
• Experience with cross-functional collaboration and meeting schedules.
• Experience with Cell Based Assays, ELISA and qPCR.
• Organisational skills for multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Strong project management to support delivery and readiness.
• Strong stakeholder management with internal and external partners.
• Proven ability to meet tight timelines.
• Excellent influencing and collaboration within teams.
• Troubleshooting and problem solving; coach self-directed teams.
• Promote continuous improvement and challenge the status quo.
• Think proactively under pressure and drive change.
• Use lean tools to build team capability and efficiency.
• Coordinate risk management within Quality Control.
• Collaborate across the Network and with PDTS and Manufacturing.
• Support QMR decisions with cross-functional data.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Timelines delivery

Collaboration

Troubleshooting

Lean / continuous improvement

Change management

Agile teamwork

Education

BSc/MSc in Science/Technical/Quality

Tools

HPLC

GC

UPLC

Capillary Electrophoresis

Wet chemistry

Job description

Recruitment by Aphex is seeking a QC Analytical Chemist for our state-of-the-art single-use multi-product biotech facility in Ireland. You will support the Quality Control testing function, conduct biological, chemical, and physical analyses using modern laboratory instrumentation, and help establish the lab as a hub for specialized analytical testing.

The role requires strong collaboration with self-directed work teams, adherence to cGMP, and a focus on continuous improvement and patient value.