Analytical Technology Specialist II (Commercial Bioassay)

Our client a leader in the Pharmaceutical Industry is seeking a Analytical Technology Specialist II (Commercial Bioassay) to join their Team in Westport, Co. Mayo. Initial 12 month contract.

Job Summary

Independently generate precise, reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Demonstrate experimental precision and strong data interpretation skills and should possess understanding of core discipline. Commercial drug product testing, ad-hoc investigation & development testing. Execute/assist on new method transfers and validations. Laboratory duties including critical reagent screening/qualifications, laboratory housekeeping, review of paperwork and procedural updates, support product release, drive completion of defined projects.

Responsibilities

• Completely follow established experimental protocols RFT and assess results
• Recognize and report experimental variances
• Learn, understand and effectively implement new experimental protocols and/or techniques
• Maintain laboratory equipment and optimize laboratory operations for efficient use of time and laboratory supplies and reagents
• Perform routine tasks competently and independently generating reliable and consistent results
• Analyse and critique results through assay performance monitoring and trending flagging issues and OFI with Management and Scientists
• Demonstrate technical proficiency in their field, skill in multiple techniques and suggest protocol improvements within the Quality framework
• Troubleshoot experiments and instrumentation, support Root Cause Analysis investigations, Impact projects through lab-based activities
• Support team and work well with others, prepare solutions required for group testing
• Enter laboratory results on Sample Management Systems
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, GxP compliance and Data Integrity

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree, or equivalent education, with typically 12 months experience or Master's Degree or equivalent education.
• Bioassay/Cell culture/ELISA experience, theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out job function.
• Ability to work independently with focus on Right First Time (RFT)
• GXP Experience
• Experience in procurement and/or shipping and/or sample management