QC Analyst - MicroBiology

Location: Ireland, Dublin (Onsite) Shift: 12/7 pattern possible

Duration: 12 Months

Bring your microbiology expertise to a GMP regulated lab and help ensure every product meets the highest quality and safety standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform bioburden and endotoxin testing of drug product, drug substance, raw materials, and water utilities
• Conduct microbial identification using MALDI / MicroSeq and support PCR testing
• Carry out environmental monitoring in cleanrooms (Grades A-D, predominantly Grade C)
• Perform utility sampling of water systems, clean steam, compressed air, and gas
• Support isolator batch monitoring and handle biological indicators (issuance, receipt, testing)
• Participate in Aseptic Process Simulations (APS/media fills) and reconciliation of media filled units
• Investigate and document OOS/OOT events and deviations, maintaining accurate GMP documentation
• Review and reconcile laboratory paperwork and reports
• Support cross functional teams to meet production and qualification schedules
• Ensure adherence to GMP, safety and lean laboratory practices, maintaining high standards of housekeeping
• Assist in authoring and reviewing SOPs, training documents, and laboratory procedures

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Level 8 degree in Microbiology or related Life Sciences
• 1 2 years' experience in a pharmaceutical/healthcare laboratory or GMP microbiology role
• Hands on experience in aseptic technique, environmental monitoring, utility sampling, or product testing
• Cleanroom experience is essential
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team based environment
• Willingness to work a 12/7 shift pattern if required
• Sterility testing experience
• Experience with isolator monitoring and biological indicators
• Compressed air/gas sampling experience
• MALDI / MicroSeq microbial identification or PCR experience
• Familiarity with laboratory systems such as MODA, Empower, CIMS, LIMS, LES, or Veeva Vault
• Exposure to investigations, lean lab practices or 6S methodologies

If you are passionate about microbiology, quality control and GMP compliant laboratory work, and want to make an impact in a dynamic pharmaceutical environment - APPLY TODAY!

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