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QC Analyst - Viral Vector - Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Cork
Onsite Role - Days
Closing Date: 30 Jan 2024
Opportunity to join a newly expanded, GMP Viral Vector laboratory within Quality Control – Release, at BioMarin, runner up in the Irish Laboratory of the Year Awards for Start-up lab and Pharmaceutical Lab. This exciting role will be focused on the testing and lot release of viral gene therapy products for clinical and commercial use with opportunities to also support BioMarin’s Enzyme Replacement Therapy modalities for rare genetic disorders. QC Release are a high-performing, team-based organization, where colleagues are flexible, multi-skilled, and empowered to make decisions. QC Release operates to an extremely high standard of quality and compliance.
A high level of initiative, energy, and motivation are key role requirements, as well as organizational skills. Reporting to the QC Team Lead, the primary role of the QC Analyst is to provide support to internal and external customers by providing quality testing and delivering results in accordance with GMP standards.
The role primarily covers testing for gene therapy-based Drug Product, release and stability; techniques including, but not limited to, qPCR/ddPCR, cell culture, ELISA, liquid chromatography, and other plate-based assays. The dynamic nature of QC Release also provides the opportunity for HPLC/UPLC testing.
Other responsibilities include:
1. Perform primary review of QC raw data and trend results.
2. Prepare protocols, summaries, and reports—often for direct submission to pharmaceutical regulatory agencies.
3. Draft/Update QC SOPs.
4. Act as technical resource (SME) and train other analysts in areas of expertise.
5. Evaluate results against defined acceptance criteria.
6. Conduct and document laboratory investigations to completion.
7. Maintain the laboratory in an inspection-ready state.
8. Interact directly with regulatory agency inspectors during audits.
9. Interface with other BioMarin departments (Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Facilities, etc.) and contractors as necessary.
Desirable Skills:
1. Excellent communication skills both written and verbal.
2. Customer focus; takes personal responsibility for speed, quality, and accuracy of delivery.
3. Self-motivated and ability to work under pressure.
4. Team Leadership – active participation in team development and continuous improvement including standard work and 5S.
5. Successful track record in achieving goals as part of a team within a growing, dynamic environment.
6. Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to support a growing organization.
Education: MSc in a scientific discipline with 3+ years of relevant laboratory experience.
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