Description:

Our client, a leading Pharma Company based in Waterford requires an Analytical Development Chemist to join their Research and Development Team. The role will support Product Development and Commercial Supply by ensuring all raw materials and finished products are tested to agreed schedules. To trouble shoot, develop, validate or transfer analytical test methods to ensure quality and efficacy of the product.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience:

• Qualified to a minimum of degree level.
• At least two years’ experience working in a related technical environment.

Responsibilities:

• To analyse raw materials, in process samples and finished products in a timely & efficient manner.
• To troubleshoot, develop, transfer and validate robust, sound analytical methods.
• To ensure that all work carried out is in compliance with the required standards conforming to company, cGxP, SOPs, regulatory regulations and guidelines, safety and environmental guidelines.
• To complete all batch documentation correctly to achieve a high level of customer service and cGMP.
• To perform additional team tasks as agreed to support effective running of the Business.
• To identify and make recommendations for improvements as part of a team within or outside the department in order to ensure continuous improvement.
• To take part in/ lead lab investigations.
• To support all other on-going laboratory functions & requirements.
• To liaise directly with customers and contract laboratories and attend conference calls as required.
• To attend internal project review meetings as required.
• To draft Test Methods, Protocols and Reports.
• To prepare Submission documentation in support of license applications.
• Health and Safety
• Ensure requirements of Companies Safety Statement are implemented.
• Continuously promote a positive safety culture by leading by example.
• Implement safety requirements as per site documentation including SOP’s, Safety Statement and COP’s.
• Report any defects