Job Description
Testing of pharmaceutical substances such as raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with client procedures and quality systems. The main focus will be GC and HPLC analysis, along with a range of other analytical techniques as required.
Key Accountabilities
Receive training from SGS and client and become qualified in relevant analytical techniques. Maintain own training 100% current. Train other analysts where appropriately qualified.
Carry out testing in accordance with valid testing procedures and regulatory requirements.
Ensure that laboratory equipment is well maintained and calibrations are carried out at the designated frequencies.
Manage inventory and status of materials required for analysis.
When qualified to do so, verify and review results generated by other analysts for compliance with requirements.
Ensure correct data entry to LIMS.
Assessment of testing results generated in the laboratory and close out of batch analysis.
Ensure that all target dates are met. Update visibility tools and communicate status of testing at meetings.
Maintain laboratories to a high housekeeping standard.
Ensure a high standard of lab records, with work completed Right First Time and on time.
Write and maintain necessary documentation (SOPs, methods, reports, etc.).
Work as part of the team ensuring customer expectations are met and exceeded. Support achievement of client and SGS key performance indicators such as investigations, training, productivity and on‑time testing.
Notify the appropriate contact and document results and investigations for any atypical or aberrant results.
Lead laboratory investigations and deviations if required.
Maintain a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness.
Identify and implement safety, environmental, quality and service improvements.
Work with leadership to ensure self‑development and progression.
Qualifications
Education and training: Science graduate in Chemistry or equivalent science education (Level 7).
Experience: At least 2 years’ experience in a GMP laboratory. GMP experience is a minimum requirement for this position.
Professional requirements: Demonstrated experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices, data integrity and sound knowledge of analytical technologies (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, PSD, X‑ray, wet chemistry).
Good organisational skills and strong communication – written and verbal.
Team player, flexible to evolving needs with a strong customer service mentality.
Excellent quality and safety standards.
Aptitude in lab computer systems, including LIMS and Trackwise.
Expected Behaviors
Integrity, flexibility, working under own initiative.
Strong analytical ability and problem‑solving skills.
Results and performance driven.
Good time management and attention to detail.
Professionalism with the client, contractors and colleagues at all times.
Compliance with SGS and client policies and procedures.
Candidates must be immediately eligible to work in Ireland; this is a site‑based role.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company.
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