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Posted 14 June, 2026

Quality Systems Engineer

The businesses of Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany
Cork,Cork,Ireland Full Time
Reference: 137_716578_300410

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The Role

Reporting to the QC Laboratory Supervisor, the Lab Systems Specialist is a key member of the QC Laboratory team implementing and maintaining computerized systems to QC Laboratories.
The Lab Systems Specialist will work on several different activities including systems implementation, validation, master data and change management.

Duties

Lab systems life cycle management - qualification, management, decommissioning, etc.
Data integrity risk assessments for lab systems
Implementing data integrity improvements as required
Validation of laboratory equipment, software, spreadsheets
Ensure IT and business global support for the implementation is in place
Co-ordinate and execute LIMS upgrades and new releases for the Blarney site
Develop and maintain master data plan for Blarney
Ensure protocols, reports and quality documentation are drafted and approved prior to use
Lead FMEA's and troubleshooting activities
Provide technical support to technical transfer and validation groups
Co-ordinate LIMs training
Develop and maintain LIMs SOP's for the site ensuring alignment with the global policy
Contribute to Risk Mitigation initiatives such as FMEA and Risk Assessments
Other duties as required

Who You Are

BSc in Analytical Chemistry, Microbiology or related discipline.
A minimum of 4 years practical work experience in a Medical Device/Pharmaceutical
environment.
Experience in LIMs - LabVantage an advantage
Experience in CSV/validation activities

Experience in LIMS, Trackwise/Falcon, MES and SAP an advantage
Thorough, practical and persistent self-starter


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Employment Type: Full time

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