QC Bioassay Analyst

Morgan McKinley; Ireland; On-site; EUR 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan McKinley is seeking a Quality Control Analyst to support laboratory operations, perform routine testing, and ensure quality compliance. The role involves handling analytical methods, data review, and documentation while maintaining instrument reliability and audits.

The ideal candidate holds a BSc in a related science and has 1–2 years of hands-on lab experience with aseptic technique, cell culture, and bioassays, demonstrating strong analytical and collaborative skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant scientific discipline.
• 1–2 years of practical laboratory experience with hands-on exposure to aseptic technique, cell culture, and cell-based bioassays.
• Demonstrated ability to independently run bioassays, identify data patterns, and troubleshoot analytical variations.
• Strong organizational skills to balance multiple workflows and meet deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Testing & execution: perform product release testing, assay co-validation, and method transfers.
• Data management & review: analyze data, monitor trends, and peer-review records.
• Investigations & compliance: support OOS investigations and author formal reports.
• Documentation: create, revise, and issue SOPs and quality docs.
• Instrument maintenance: assist with qualification, calibrations, and troubleshooting.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Cell culture maintenance

Cell-based bioassays

ELISA

Analytical data interpretation

Education

Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or related

Job description

Quality Control Analyst

Role Overview We are seeking a Quality Control Analyst to support laboratory operations, analytical testing, and quality compliance. In this role, you will conduct routine testing, maintain laboratory instrumentation, investigate out-of-specification findings, and ensure all activities adhere to standard operating procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Testing & Execution: Conduct and assist with product release testing, assay co-validation, and analytical method transfers.

• Data Management & Review: Perform routine data analysis, monitor data trends, and peer-review analytical records based on proven assay proficiency.

• Investigations & Compliance: Support investigations into Out-of-Specification (OOS) results, author formal investigation reports, and maintain meticulous, audit-ready laboratory records.

• Documentation: Create, revise, and issue Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and related quality documentation.

• Instrument Maintenance: Assist with equipment qualification, perform routine calibrations and performance verifications, and troubleshoot instrument issues as needed.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, or a related scientific discipline.

• Experience: 1-2 years of practical laboratory experience, with hands-on exposure to:

  • Aseptic technique

  • Cell culture maintenance

  • Cell-based bioassays

  • Enzyme-Linked Immunosorbent Assay (ELISA)

• Technical & Analytical Skills: Demonstrated ability to independently run bioassays, detect anomalous data patterns, and troubleshoot analytical variations.

• Organizational Skills: Proven capability to balance competing priorities across multiple workflows while meeting strict project deadlines.

• Interpersonal Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills with a track record of effective cross-functional collaboration.