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QC Analyst

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Main Purpose of Role

Testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' 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 get trained in relevant analytical techniques.
  • Train other analysts where appropriately qualified
  • Carry out testing in accordance to the 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 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 around investigations, training, productivity and on-time testing
  • Notify appropriate contact and document results and investigations for any atypical or aberrant results
  • Lead Laboratory investigations and deviations if required
  • Maintenance of a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness
  • Identification and implementation of safety, environmental, quality and service improvements
  • Work with their leader to ensure self-development and progression
  • At all times, adopt a safe behaviour by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues, and clients, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures
  • Ensure full compliance with the Company’s Code of Integrity, and act in accordance with SGS Ireland’s Equality & Diversity Policy
  • Science Degree in Chemistry or equivelent (Level 7 minimum)
  • 2 years experience in a GMP laboratory.
  • Data Integrity and sound knowledge of analytical technologies (HPLC, GC, KF, IR, PSD, Xray, Wet chemistry)
  • 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

We offer you:

An opportunity to develop and international career in a friendly, supportive, approachable working environment with a down-to-earth culture. Continuous learning with the chance to expand and enrich your career with our dedicated training team to support your career development opportunities across SGS.

  • An attractive compensation and benefits package including
  • Bonus
  • Healthcare
  • Pension
  • Enhanced annual leave

To apply please submit your CV.