Career Progression Assignment (CPA) QC Biochemistry and Cell Biology Lead

Job Description

Are you ready to lead a talented team at our state-of-the-art biologics facility in Dunboyne? We're looking for a passionate and experienced QC Biochemistry and Cell Biology Lead to join our Quality Control team.

In this role, you will be essential in establishing our laboratory as a centre of excellence for specialised analytical testing. Reporting to the QC Lead, you will guide your team through laboratory start-up, new product introductions, and analytical technology transfers. Your leadership will help shape a culture of quality, safety and continuous improvement, ultimately creating value for the patients we serve.

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

• Lead and Inspire: Hire, coach, and develop a high-performing Quality Control team. Foster a supportive and inclusive environment where every team member can thrive.
• Provide Technical Expertise: Apply your knowledge of Biochemistry and Cell Biology methods, including ELISAs, Polymerase Chain Reaction (PCR), bioassays, cell culture, and viral/mycoplasma testing.
• Drive Excellence: Champion a culture of continuous improvement, using your problem-solving skills to enhance our processes and ensure the laboratory is always ready for audits and inspections.
• Ensure Compliance: Uphold the highest standards of quality and safety, ensuring all activities meet regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate and Innovate: Work with cross-functional teams to boost efficiency, solve challenges, and support new products. Encourage new ideas and approaches that improve our work.

What skills you will need:

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

• A degree in a Science, Quality, or other technical field.
• At least 5 years of experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience leading a team and managing laboratory operations.
• A deep understanding of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and global regulations.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly present information to team members and senior leadership.
• A continuous improvement mindset and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• A flexible and self-motivated approach to your work.

We keep 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.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.

Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.

So, if you are ready to:

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills:

Analytical Method Transfer, Biochemistry, CAPA Investigations, Cell Biology, Change Controls, Coaching, Communication, Continuous Improvement, Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), Leadership, Mentorship, New Product Introduction (NPI), Regulatory Compliance, Troubleshooting

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Regular

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Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

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Job Posting End Date:

03/28/2026

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