Industry: Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology
Job Type: Contract - 6 Months
Job Overview
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a QC Bioassay Analyst to join a leading biopharmaceutical organisation in Dublin.
The successful candidate will support routine laboratory testing, batch release activities, analytical investigations, and laboratory instrument qualification within a regulated environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform routine laboratory testing and support batch release activities in accordance with established procedures.
- Execute analytical assays and accurately document laboratory results.
- Support technical transfer and co-validation activities.
- Assist with Out-of-Specification (OOS) investigations, data trending, and preparation of investigation reports.
- Review analytical data and identify anomalous results or trends.
- Support the preparation, review, and updating of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
- Assist with laboratory instrument qualification, calibration, and performance checks.
- Troubleshoot laboratory instrumentation and support resolution of technical issues.
- Ensure laboratory activities are completed in accordance with applicable quality and regulatory standards.
Qualifications & Experience
- BSc in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Biology, or a related scientific discipline.
- 1-2 years of hands-on laboratory experience in biological assay testing,within a GMP-regulated QC Bioassay or biopharmaceutical laboratory environment.
- Practical experience with one or more of the following analytical techniques would be advantageous:
- ELISA
- Cell-based bioassays
- Cell culture
- Understanding of laboratory testing procedures, analytical documentation, and data integrity.
- Experience supporting OOS investigations, assay troubleshooting, or laboratory instrument qualification would be beneficial.
- Ability to independently execute analytical assays and recognise unusual results or trends.
- Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a collaborative team environment.