About the role
Job Description
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
Qualifications
* Science Degree in Chemistry or equivelent (Level 7 minimum) * 2 years experience in a GMP laboratory PQE. * 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
Additional Information
* Integrity * Strong analytical ability and associated problem solving * Excellent communication skills both verbal & written * Good time management & attention to detail * Results and performance driven * Compliance with SGS policies and procedures * Compliance with SGS and client policies and procedures
SGS offer a friendly, supportive, approachable working environment with a down-to-earth culture
* 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 * Career development opportunities across SGS
SGS is an equal opportunities employer.