Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting an Analytical Scientist (R&D) on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical Client based in Meath on an initial 11-month contract with potential to extend.
This is an onsite, day-based role.
An excellent opportunity has arisen for an Analytical Scientist (R&D) within a state-of-the-art biologics manufacturing and laboratory environment supporting biologics drug substance manufacturing for clinical supply, registration, and commercial launch. The organisation promotes a high-performance, inclusive culture where innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement are strongly encouraged.
Role Overview
This role will work closely with Enabling Technology, Engineering, Analytical, Microbiology Lab Operations, and Manufacturing Operations to support laboratory establishment, operational excellence, and the adoption of Process Analytical Technology (PAT). The successful candidate will play a key role in driving laboratory operations and ensuring inspection readiness in a regulated GMP environment. This is a shift-based role, primarily extended days, subject to business needs.
Key Responsibilities
Drive laboratory operations within a new laboratory facility, including oversight of equipment qualification (PQ), documentation generation, and SME review of SOPs and work instructions
Lead or review laboratory data trending and reporting to support batch release, performance metrics, and quarterly/year-end reporting
Manage laboratory stock, including release activities and ordering of consumables as required
Actively participate in functional meetings and lead departmental and cross-functional meetings where required
Participate in internal and external audits and inspections, ensuring a state of continuous inspection readiness
Promote and role‑model site safety culture and standard ways of working
Perform and support GMP laboratory activities including environmental monitoring, facility testing, troubleshooting, and execution of in-process and drug substance analytical studies
Lead or participate in laboratory projects and continuous improvement initiatives
Support the introduction of novel and innovative analytical solutions, collaborating with global centres of expertise and applying lean laboratory methodologies
Plan, organise, and maintain testing schedules to meet operational and regulatory timelines
Share technical knowledge through training and mentoring of analysts, ensuring timely training completion
Maintain flexibility to support changing business needs, including infrequent out-of-hours testing for exceptional circumstances
Skills & Experience Required
A degree in a relevant discipline (Biological Sciences or Engineering preferred; microbiology background advantageous)
An advanced degree (e.g. MSc) is desirable
3+ years’ experience in a relevant industry role
Strong technical knowledge of biologics drug substance manufacturing and microbiological testing techniques
Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to remain proactive under pressure
Effective communication skills, with the ability to collaborate across functions
Our Role in Supporting Diversity and Inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
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