IE_QC Instrument Engineer
Location: Dublin, Ireland
Contract Duration: 12-month contract
Rate: €30.80 Hourly
Step into a high-impact laboratory role within a global biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment, where you will lead the lifecycle management of critical analytical instrumentation supporting QC operations and ensure compliance across a complex GMP setting.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the purchase, installation, and qualification of laboratory instruments across QC operations
* Provide calibration and maintenance support, including scheduling, tracking, and execution of lifecycle activities
* Review and approve documentation related to instrument qualification, calibration, and maintenance
* Ensure instruments are maintained and verified in line with their intended use and regulatory requirements
* Manage instrument-related investigations, including calibration deviations and performance issues
* Trend and monitor instrument performance to support lifecycle management and continuous improvement
* Collaborate with QC, QA Validation, and Computer System Validation teams to deliver instrument qualification activities
* Liaise with vendors and global stakeholders on instrumentation purchase, qualification, and lifecycle management
* Support development and continuous improvement of instrument-related procedures
* Troubleshoot complex instrumentation issues to minimise downtime and maintain lab efficiency
* Ensure compliance with GMP and data integrity requirements including 21 CFR Part 11 and EU Annex 11
Qualifications, Knowledge & Skills
- Degree (BSc or equivalent) in a scientific or related discipline
* Minimum 3 years' experience in a GMP laboratory environment
* At least 1 year of hands-on experience in instrument qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ)
* Strong experience in calibration, maintenance, and lifecycle management of analytical instruments
* Working knowledge of analytical platforms such as HPLC/UPLC, CE, cIEF, SDS-PAGE, Biacore, HIAC, Karl Fischer, and liquid handling systems
* Understanding of GMP, data integrity, and regulatory requirements
* Experience managing deviations, investigations, and troubleshooting activities
* Strong organisational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
* Ability to work collaboratively within cross-functional teams
Desirable
- Experience supporting technology transfer activities
* Exposure to laboratory systems such as LIMS or Empower
* Understanding of protein biochemistry and analytical testing
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