Overview
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This position is based at the R&D Centre in Swords, Co. Dublin, on a 12 month contract onsite. The R&D Centre provides analytical expertise that supports the development and manufacture of clinical and commercial products (small molecule APIs).
The Analytical Chemist will provide technical support for analytical methodology development, transfer, qualification and troubleshooting related to the manufacture of small molecule APIs and intermediates. The successful candidate will support day-to-day running and maintenance of the AR&D laboratories, including equipment, and will collaborate with R&D Chemistry, Operations, Quality (QA/QC), SHE and external stakeholders to ensure compliant, right-first-time manufacture of existing and new products. Mentorship to more junior analytical staff may be provided where applicable.
Responsibilities
* Carry out analytical testing in a timely manner for analytical method development, analytical testing, validation and qualification, where appropriate to ensure project deadlines are achieved including:
* Campaign support
* Material release
* R&D Chemistry lab work (use-tests, familiarisation experiments)
* Material Stability program
* Reference standard qualification
* Analytical investigations
* Prepare, review and execute analytical protocols
* Prepare and review analytical reports
* Ensure all documentation is completed to the required standard, right first time, in compliance with local procedures and in a timely manner
* Ensure all instrumentation used is within calibration and is correctly maintained
* Liaise with AR&D Senior Analytical Chemists for technical support with instrumentation/analytical methodology and laboratory investigations/quality events
* Ensure training is completed before execution of a task
* Attend weekly team meetings, contribute to a culture of high performance, innovation and continuous improvement
* Meet with the manager to discuss performance, provide feedback and identify development opportunities
* Ensure GMP compliance of laboratory operations and documentation, including testing, write-ups, review and approval of protocols, reports and change controls
* Ensure a safe work environment for oneself and all employees
* Maintain high standards of housekeeping in the laboratory
Required Key Skills and Experience
* Ideally a BSc/MSc in analytical chemistry or equivalent; preferably a minimum of 4 years’ experience in analytical activities within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment
* Excellent core competencies such as teamwork, communication skills and technical writing
* Strong technical background in chemistry, particularly analytical chemistry
* Ability to work to tight timelines
* Good troubleshooting skills
* Openness to change and receptiveness to new ideas
* Knowledge of FDA and European GMP requirements, particularly pertaining to laboratory operations
Seniority level
* Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Contract
Job function
* Research, Analyst, and Information Technology
Industries
* Staffing and Recruiting
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