QC Analyst

Role overview

A leading multinational pharmaceutical organization in Dublin is hiring a QC Analyst on a contract basis. This role sits within the QC biochemistry area and supports laboratory operations tied to biopharmaceutical testing. The successful person will need solid familiarity with a cGMP QC lab setting, associated equipment, and the discipline to work accurately from SOPs while recording data in real time.

This position calls for strong attention to detail, the ability to carry out routine work with limited supervision, and a practical approach to troubleshooting issues that affect testing or day-to-day lab output. It also involves supporting analysts technically, helping maintain compliant lab operations, and contributing to ongoing quality and improvement activities.

Key duties

• Carry out laboratory activities in line with cGMP expectations.
• Perform trained and qualified procedures such as SDS-PAGE, IEF, ELISA, and other plate-based potency and residual assays including HCP and ProA.
• Manage stability testing and scheduling activities.
• Identify unusual results or sample issues and escalate them appropriately.
• Act as a technical resource for QC biochemistry analysts and provide day-to-day SME support.
• Help train newly hired analysts on selected assay methods.
• Support continuous improvement work across the QC function.
• Take the lead on investigations and CAPAs, ensuring they are completed on time.
• Assist with laboratory upkeep such as reagent preparation, cleaning, and routine maintenance of equipment.
• Keep training records current for all duties performed.
• Order, receive, and maintain stock of laboratory consumables and supplies.
• Prepare documentation that is complete, accurate, and easy to read.

Requirements

• A BSc in Chemistry or a biological science, or a comparable mix of education and relevant experience.
• Between 4 and 7 years of experience in a similar setting.
• Practical knowledge of cGMP QC laboratory work and biopharmaceutical analytical equipment.
• Ability to follow SOPs carefully and document work accurately in real time.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Comfort working in a laboratory environment, including gowning and degowning PPE.
• Ability to lift and carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted.
• Capability to use a computer and communicate by phone, video, and electronic messaging.
• Good problem-solving ability, analytical thinking, and collaboration skills.
• Availability during standard business hours.

Additional information

This is a contract role based onsite in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. The employer is unable to provide visa sponsorship, so applicants must already have the legal right to live and work in Ireland.

Interested candidates are expected to submit an updated CV. A current visa status that allows work in Ireland is required.