QC Analyst – Chemistry
Location: Grange Castle, Dublin
Contract Type: Fixed-term contingent contract (on-site)
Cpl, in partnership with our client Pfizer, is seeking a Quality Control (QC) Analyst to join the Chemistry Division at Pfizer’s state-of-the-art facility in Grange Castle, Dublin. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to one of the world’s leading biopharmaceutical companies in a dynamic and collaborative environment.
What You Will Achieve
As a key member of Pfizer’s dedicated Quality Control team, you will play a vital role in developing, implementing, and maintaining quality programs and processes to ensure compliance with internal standards and regulatory guidelines. Your expertise will support quality risk management, audit readiness, and continuous process improvement across the site.
You will serve as a subject matter expert, using your technical knowledge and practical experience to optimize laboratory operations, train team members, and uphold Pfizer’s global standards for excellence. Your contributions will help ensure that products meet the highest quality standards and ultimately reach patients safely and efficiently.
How You Will Achieve It
- Perform analysis of QC samples, including raw materials, in-process samples, intermediates, stability, and finished products, in compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP).
- Execute and document Analytical Method Transfers for products being transferred to the Grange Castle site, ensuring alignment with Pfizer Quality Standards (PQS), ICH guidance, and regulatory filing requirements.
- Maintain high standards of Good Laboratory Practice (GLP), documentation accuracy, and laboratory housekeeping.
- Support the generation, review, and maintenance of quality procedures, protocols, and reports.
- Participate in laboratory investigations and provide analytical support for product-related inquiries.
- Conduct wet chemistry analyses and operate analytical instruments such as HPLC, UV, FTIR, KF, iCE, ICP, CE, and perform compendial assays.
- Actively engage in Continuous Improvement, Right First Time, and Lean/Agile initiatives to enhance laboratory efficiency and reliability.
Qualifications
Essential:
- Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline.
- Strong theoretical and practical knowledge of analytical techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- High attention to detail, strong problem-solving abilities, and a proactive, self-motivated mindset.
Nice-to-Have:
- Experience in Quality Control within a biotech, pharmaceutical, or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
- Prior experience in a QC laboratory or production setting.
- Familiarity with systems such as LIMS, TrackWise, and Microsoft Office (Excel, Access).