Junior QC Analyst - 12 Month Contract
We have an exciting opportunity for a motivated and enthusiastic Junior QC Analyst to join our amazing and fast-paced QC Department at Chanelle Pharma. You will help with carrying out analytical testing on finished products, raw materials and stability using the correct procedures to comply with GMP, Health and Safety, SOP’s and environmental and regulatory requirements while ensuring we meet our customer’s needs.
This position is offered as a 12-month fixed-term contract.
Location: 5-Days onsite in our QC Laboratory in Loughrea, Co. Galway.
As a Junior QC Analyst, you will play a vital role in ensuring the quality and compliance of our materials and products through precise and timely testing. Your key responsibilities will include:
Conducting physical and chemical testing of raw materials, finished products (e.g., tablets, boluses, veterinary drenches), contract-manufactured goods, stability samples, validation lots, and cleaning validation samples using appropriate analytical techniques.
Performing water analysis and environmental monitoring according to relevant procedures and schedules.
Inspecting incoming materials such as foils, labels, bulk finished goods, and injectables.
Operating, calibrating, and maintaining laboratory equipment in accordance with calibration and maintenance protocols.
Adhering to all relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), pharmacopoeias, specifications, regulatory guidelines, and industry standards.
Maintaining laboratory logbooks, notebooks, and associated documentation in compliance with Good Laboratory Practices (GLP).
Supporting the QC testing schedule to help achieve a customer service level of >95%.
Ensuring all QC records are accurately maintained and properly filed.
Liaising with team leaders, supervisors, and production staff to ensure timely reporting and resolution of results.
Providing prompt feedback and escalating any discrepancies, deviations, or non-conformances as required.
Coordinating the dispatch of samples for external analysis when necessary.
Managing relationships with external suppliers/vendors for QC-related consumables.
Participating in internal laboratory rota tasks and contributing to general housekeeping and hygiene within the lab.
Upholding laboratory safety standards and identifying areas for improvement.
Performing additional responsibilities as assigned by the QC Team Leader, Supervisor, or Manager.
Education Experience:
Bachelor’s degree (Level 8 or equivalent) in a chemistry-based discipline.
Experience working in a pharmaceutical Quality Control laboratory operating under cGLP standards.
Familiarity with regulatory guidelines including EU GMP and US FDA standards (experience preferred but not essential).
Skills Competencies:
Strong knowledge of analytical techniques including HPLC, IR, UV, dissolution, and physical testing.
Ability to build effective working relationships and collaborate within cross-functional teams.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Maintains high ethical standards; escalates issues appropriately when necessary.
Demonstrates flexibility and a willingness to learn and develop technical expertise.
Highly organised, methodical, and systematic in approach to work.
Positive, proactive, and energised by responsibility and accountability.
Able to prioritise tasks effectively, distinguishing between urgent and non-urgent matters.
Takes initiative, seeks clarification when needed, and accepts direction constructively.
Contributes to a supportive, team-oriented environment.
Strong computer literacy, particularly in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.).
Applicants from diverse backgrounds, including those returning after a career break or with transferable skills from non-traditional career paths, are encouraged to apply. We value varied experiences and are committed to fostering an inclusive environment that supports individuals with disabilities.
