Study Lead - Extractables & Leachables (Mass Spec)

ThermoFisher Scientific; Athlone; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Athlone, Ireland seeks an experienced Study Lead for Extractables & Leachables (E&L) and Mass Spectrometry. You will manage multiple routine projects, interact with clients, review data, and prepare reports and protocols in a GMP-regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on MS experience (HPLC/GC/GC-MS/LC-MS), data interpretation, and mentoring junior staff. Based in our GMP Analytical testing laboratory in Athlone, you’ll contribute to quality and client

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in Extractables & Leachables studies.
• Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, GC-MS and LC-MS.
• Expertise in E&L sample preparation techniques, study design, and analytical method validations.
• Experience in GMP-regulated environment.
• Ability to manage multiple assignments and meet deadlines.
• Familiarity with data collection software used for analytical testing.
• Ability to train, coach and mentor junior staff.
• Preferred: ICP-MS experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple routine studies and manage timelines.
• Interact with clients and internal stakeholders.
• Write scientific reports and protocols.
• Ensure data integrity and regulatory compliance.
• Provide training and mentorship to staff.
• Support audit readiness and client audits.
• Escalate issues when needed.

Skills

Mentoring

Multitasking

Attention to detail

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Analytical Chemistry or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

HPLC

GC

GC-MS

LC-MS

ICP-MS

Job description

Thermo Fisher Scientific in Athlone, Ireland seeks an experienced Study Lead for Extractables & Leachables (E&L) and Mass Spectrometry. You will manage multiple routine projects, interact with clients, review data, and prepare reports and protocols in a GMP-regulated environment.

The role requires hands-on MS experience (HPLC/GC/GC-MS/LC-MS), data interpretation, and mentoring junior staff. Based in our GMP Analytical testing laboratory in Athlone, you’ll contribute to quality and client