About the role
Job Description
Testing of pharmaceutical substances e.g. raw materials and drug substances in a GMP environment in accordance with clients' procedures and quality systems. 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 qualified in relevant analytical techniques. Maintain own training 100% current. 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
Qualifications
* Education and training: Science Graduate in Chemistry or equivalent science education (Level 7) * Necessary job 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, Xray, Wet chemistry) * Good organizational 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
Additional Information
Expected Behaviors:
* Integrity, flexibility, working under own initiative * Strong analytical ability and associated problem solving * Results and performance driven * Good time management & attention to detail * Professionalism; with the client, contractors and colleagues at all times * Compliance with SGS and client policies and procedures
To apply please submit your CV.
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.