QC Microbiology Analyst
CR/078428-1
Posted: 21/07/2025
- Competitive
- Ireland, County Dublin, Dublin
- Contract
Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting a QC Microbiology Analyst on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical Client based in Dublin on an initial 11-Month contract with potential to extend.
Role Description
Role Functions
(Functions include, but are not limited to, the following):
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
- This role will start on days and move to shift 7-7 days only. 4 on 4 off. Shift Pattern: For days it will be Monday – Friday. For shift the Pattern is: 4 Days On/ 4 Days Off. 12 Hour days. Shift Premium: 20%
Role Description
- The QC Microbiology Analyst role is a critically important activity, ensuring efficient and effective compliant design, construction, qualification, and operation of a new strategic Biotech Drug Substance facility. This position will be responsible for qualifying the Microbiology Quality Control lab and the transfer of Microbiological analytical methods including, but not limited to, cutting-edge Rapid Microbiological Methods. This person will be key in the layout of the lab testing flow to ensure the process is streamlined and in line with lean principles. Additional development opportunities within the micro and chemistry lab will be strongly considered to recognize the tremendous value of knowledge and experience gained by the candidate during the project phases.
- To maximize the development opportunity, the candidate will be a key talent in analytical Microbiology techniques and in current Pharmacopeial methods.
- The facility will utilize the latest innovations in technology and automation. The candidate will work with a high-performing cross-functional team of professionals from across the biotechnology industry. Together, the team will build the future of Biotech through a Quality culture that delivers unconstrained supply, Right First Time to patients through an inspired team.
- The candidate will be actively supported and encouraged to continue their development and knowledge build, incorporating areas to support their future growth and ability to continuously improve in their current role.
- The candidate will provide support to other analysts within the lab area, including training and guidance on their area of expertise.
- The full analytical scope of QC will incorporate microbiology, mycoplasma (DNA) analytics, analytical chemistry, bioassay, raw materials, stability, and in-process testing. Advanced analytical methods (e.g., rapid ID techniques, paperless lab systems) will allow the successful candidate to work in an innovative and stimulating environment that encourages communication and the exchange of ideas for the future. The candidate will have responsibilities in analytical transfer and qualification of methods.
Role Functions
(Functions include, but are not limited to, the following):
- Motivation to be an inspiring member of a high-performing team
- Desire to continuously learn, improve, and develop
- Perform supporting activities for general lab readiness, laboratory equipment qualification, and method transfers
- Perform and carry out a variety of routine microbiological analytical techniques including, but not limited to, environmental monitoring, WFI testing, growth promotion testing, in-process product testing, and final product testing such as bioburden and both kinetic turbidimetric and MCS rapid endotoxin testing in compliance with GMP requirements
- Integrate and complete all documentation on time and be familiar with LIMS
- Train and be trained in the use of Rapid Microbiology techniques including, but not limited to, endotoxin testing, water bioburden testing, EM testing, absence of bioburden testing, and identification testing
- Follow up-to-date analytical practices with reference to pharmacopoeias, specifications, regulations, and industry standards
- Update SOPs and write protocols as required
- Support the laboratory testing schedule to achieve an efficient QC system
- Receive and manage samples for stability, in-process, and release testing
- Perform reagent preparation, cleaning, and routine equipment maintenance
- Maintain good housekeeping and GLP within the laboratory
- Calibrate and maintain designated laboratory instruments
- Participate in risk assessments, inspections, audits, and incident investigations; implement and follow up on corrective and preventive actions
- Ensure training is current for all job functions performed
- Assist in training new QC Analysts on routine procedures and practices
- Order, stock, and receive laboratory supplies
- Maintain data integrity and ensure compliance with SOPs, specifications, and cGMP regulations
- Ensure that cGMP standards are maintained at all times
- Deliver area performance to meet or exceed performance or quality goals
- Promote and participate in the implementation and maintenance of relevant safety programs
- Participate in and comply with Quality Management System requirements
- Drive a culture of Continuous Improvement by deploying Six Sigma tools
- This position will begin as a day shift, with shift work required in the future
Our role in supporting diversity and inclusion
As an international workforce business, we are committed to sourcing personnel that reflects the diversity and values of our client base but also that of Orion Group. We welcome the wide range of experiences and viewpoints that potential workers bring to our business and our clients, including those based on nationality, gender, culture, educational and professional backgrounds, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disability, and age differences, job classification and religion. In our inclusive workplace, regardless of your employment status as staff or contract, everyone is assured the right of equitable, fair and respectful treatment.
Aoibhinn Daly
Recruitment Consultant
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