QC Specialist
Location: Dublin, Ireland ( Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12 Months
We are looking for a Contract QC Specialist to play a critical role in the end-to-end handling, tracking, and release of Drug Substance, Drug Product, and Raw Material samples across multiple manufacturing and laboratory functions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Coordinate sample flow across Manufacturing, Engineering Stores, Cryogenics Logistics, and QC laboratories to ensure on-time and compliant delivery
- Receive, inspect, log, label, and release samples using LIMS/CIMS and controlled logbooks
- Manage TempTales, shipping documentation, and sample receipt from external sites
- Perform aliquoting to support Global Biologics Laboratories and MPCC facilities
- Maintain backup and reserve sample storage in compliance with GMP requirements
- Conduct monthly reconciliations, investigate discrepancies, and escalate deviations
- Support buffer preparation for QC Separations
- Author, review, and update SOPs and controlled documentation
- Maintain a high standard of GMP compliance, audit readiness, and training
- Stay informed on industry and regulatory trends impacting laboratory operations
- Support additional QC activities as directed by the Lab Supervisor
What We're Looking For:
- Degree (or equivalent) in Chemistry, Biology, or a related scientific discipline
- 1+ year experience in a pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare laboratory environment
- Strong working knowledge of GMP, sample management, and QC operations
- Experience with LIMS/CIMS systems (highly desirable)
- Excellent communication, organisation, and cross-functional collaboration skills
- Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced manufacturing environment
Why Join Us?
- Gain exposure to complex biologics and multi-product manufacturing
- Work in a high-impact QC role supporting global operations
- Collaborate with experienced professionals in a regulated, best-in-class environment
- Strengthen your GMP and QC skillset within a well-structured quality system
Apply today to take on a hands-on QC role with direct responsibility for GMP sample management in a regulated biologics environment.
