Quality Control Analyst

Job Summary

We are working with a well-known pharmaceutical client in Dublin to recruit a QC Analyst for a 12-month contract. This role is an excellent opportunity to join a high-performing Quality Control team responsible for ensuring the accuracy, compliance, and reliability of laboratory testing across raw materials, intermediates, and finished products. You will support laboratory performance, continuous improvement, and GMP-aligned operations in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Testing and analysis of raw materials, intermediates, and finished products within required timelines and in compliance with GMP guidelines.
• Driving laboratory KPIs and supporting right-first-time performance.
• Updating QC documentation including test methods and procedures.
• Investigating and troubleshooting analytical methods as required.
• Supporting improvement projects within the QC function.
• Maintaining laboratory equipment and ensuring proper care and calibration.
• Using analytical systems such as LIMS, LabX, and UV software.
• Contributing to laboratory 6S and maintaining strong housekeeping standards.
• Writing scientific reports including LIRs, protocols, and analytical summaries.
• Reviewing analytical data to ensure accuracy and compliance.
• Supporting project management activities within the QC team.
• Providing training to colleagues when required.

Requirements

• Associate's degree or diploma in a relevant scientific discipline such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related field.
• Strong understanding of analytical techniques such as HPLC, UV, FTIR, dissolution, or similar instrumentation.
• Familiarity with QC systems including LIMS, LabX, and electronic data management tools.
• Knowledge of regulatory expectations including data integrity, documentation standards, and laboratory compliance.
• Ability to troubleshoot analytical methods and support investigations.
• Strong scientific writing skills for reports, deviations, protocols, and analytical summaries.
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with the ability to collaborate across QC and wider quality functions.
• Commitment to continuous improvement and maintaining high laboratory standards.