QC Analyst
Location: Athlone, Ireland
Shift: 12 hour shifts 7am-7pm
Reports To: QC Supervisor
This is what you will do
The QC Analyst will support Chemistry and Microbiological product testing and environmental monitoring for Drug Product and Drug Substance manufacture at Alexion Athlone. The QC Analyst will also provide technical support with regard to facility testing oversight, test method validation and introduction of new technology to the laboratory. The QC Analyst will be an SME on product testing and environmental monitoring with responsibility for investigation and report writing.
You will be responsible for
Perform analytical testing and environmental monitoring sampling and testing for all cleanroom facilities.
Ensuring high cGMP and GLP standards are maintained while testing by adapting a right first time approach
Ensure all safety requirements within the lab are adhered to at all times and identify and elevate any safety concerns appropriately.
Adherence to schedules and targets to meet regulatory and business requirements.
Validation/Qualification of Microbiology and Chemistry analytical test methods and testing systems including the generation of associated reports.
Represent QC department in internal and external audits where appropriate and close out of actions/recommendations identified from both internal and external audits.
Perform technical review of data generated in laboratory, validation protocols and reports and provide technical support to Manufacturing and Projects.
Actively identify and implement continuous improvement initiatives with the QC lab.
Investigate out of specification/limit results utilizing Structured Problem Solving, Root Cause Analysis tools in conjunction with the Laboratory Supervisor, QA and other relevant departments and implement effective corrective and preventive actions while ensuring all investigations are closed within the specified lead‑time.
Order, stock and receive laboratory supplies.
Provide lab support including reagent preparation, cleaning, and routine equipment maintenance.
Ensure training is current for all job functions performed.
Support training of other analysts within the QC lab.
Receive and manage samples that come into the lab for testing to ensure that all samples are tested appropriately in a timely manner, including review/authorization.
Perform QC support activities such as sample shipments, CoA review, batch pack review and material release as appropriate.
Prepare and present monthly and quarterly Environmental Monitoring trends.
Preparation of annual Environmental Monitoring reports.
Coordinate and track all alert/action excursions for the QC team.
You will need to have
BSc (Hons) in biosciences (e.g. Microbiology/Chemistry etc.) and 3 years’ experience.
Working knowledge of cGMP in a QC laboratory environment and laboratory equipment associated with biopharmaceutical analysis.
Ability to understand and follow written SOPs, accurately and legibly record work in real time, and pay close attention to detail.
Ability to perform routine tasks with a minimum of supervision.
Strong understanding of lab safety and demonstrated ability to recognize and mitigate safety risks.
Strong technical writing and report writing skills.
Experience in the use of gLIMs.
We would prefer for you to have
Experience in both Chemistry (HPLC, UV) and microbiological techniques.
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