Job Description
As a company we are committed to keeping the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world’s most challenging healthcare needs.
In Ireland we are one of the country’s leading healthcare companies, having first established here over 50 years ago. We currently employ over 2,200 people, across four sites in Ballydine, Co Tipperary, Brinny, Co Cork, Carlow and Dublin and, in addition, operate substantial Human Health (Commercial) and Animal Health businesses. To date, we have invested $2.5 billion in our Irish operations and our annual turnover ranks us as one of Ireland’s top 20 companies.
Currently, our Irish sites manufacture approximately half of our companies top twenty products, saving and enhancing lives around the world.
Our Ballydine site develops and supplies the active ingredients and final formulated product for a range of innovative medicines at its manufacturing and R&D facilities. The plant, which has been operating in Tipperary for over 40 years, exports to over 25 countries around the world with primary markets being Europe, USA and Japan.
Our highly skilled local workforce of 500 employees is now leading the way in the development of new medicines, which is being manufactured in Tipperary for patients around the world.
The Company’s existing portfolio and future pipeline offers team members the opportunity to operate at the cutting-edge of science and technology and develop new treatments that positively impact patients across the globe.
The laboratory apprenticeship is a full-time opportunity to earn while you learn, this is an apprenticeship program with IBEC. This is a 2 year level 6 course - (Higher Certificate in Science Laboratory Technician and a continuation option to be qualified as a Laboratory Analyst (level 7 Ordinary Bachelor of Science degree). It consists of both industry training and academia study using both theory and practical elements. Tasks carried out in the laboratory in our Company are in accordance with the course.
Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:
* Perform assigned analytical testing with accuracy, completeness and compliance with the established procedures and specifications as directed by your Laboratory Team Lead/designee
* Ensure compliance with GMP and EHS guidelines at all times.
* Assisting laboratory analytical personnel supporting housekeeping activities and consumable stock management
* Perform basic routine instrument calibrations and maintenance checks
* Responsible for carrying out environmental monitoring and water sampling activities
* Plan and organise sample shipments ensuring appropriate coordination with supply chain and external laboratory.
* Ensure adherence to all current regulatory data integrity (ALCOA) requirements
* Highlight any discrepancies deviations are non-conformance in testing our work practices and support investigations as required
* Provide assistance with laboratory audit preparation activities where required
What educational requirements/skills you will need:
For entry into year 1 of the Level 6 Programme applicants must have the following:
* Minimum of Grade B3/O3 in PASS Maths and a minimum Grade D/O6 in four other subjects in the Leaving Certificate Exam or an approved equivalent
* Or three years’ work experience in a relevant designated industrial activity Note: This criteria exception is only applicable for mature students over the age of 23. SOLAS will determine if the applicants previous experience is deemed as relevant industry experience
* Achieves the required level of Aptitude Testing
* Strong Interpersonal and communication skills
So, if you are ready to:
Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.
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Employee Status: Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
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Job Posting End Date: 04/25/2025
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Requisition ID: R344955
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