Analytical Technology Specialist II

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Collaboration without action is not a conversation worth having. If you’re looking to contribute to a dynamic team where
brilliant minds make more happen, we’re ready for you at AbbVie.

Welcome to AbbVie!
At AbbVie, we offer you the resources and a global reach to empower your innovative mindset. From day one, we’ve known it takes teamwork and collaboration to develop the scientific breakthroughs, innovative pipelines, and therapies that change millions of patients lives worldwide. In short, we know it takes “you” to make those ground-breaking advancements happen. We take pride in serving and supporting our communities and protecting the environment, making a lasting impact felt within healthcare and beyond.

At our Westport site in Co. Mayo, we are now hiring an Analytical Technology Specialist to join our talented and ambitious team on a fixed term contract.

As our new Analytical Technology Specialist, you will support the operations of the Bioassay Laboratory conducting Cell-Based Potency Assay (CBPA) testing of product release, stability and investigation lots.

With an exciting pipeline of products and a great salary and benefits package, this may be the ideal opportunity to develop your career with an industry leader.

So if you are interested in joining AbbVie Westport, read below to find out more…

In your new role, you will:

• Complete writeups on time and participate in the review of team analytical work. Conduct validation testing for key projects in the Bioassay group.
• Generate validation documentation, update SOPs, oversee the progression of key validation projects within the Bioassay group, JMP analysis, generate toxin trends, qualification of critical reagents and perform lab duty tasks as required.
• CBPA analysis of release, stability and investigational analytical activities.
• Support and execute Method Transfer and Validation activities associated with key biological drug product projects.
• Compiling and review of Laboratory documentation (e.g. SOPs, methods, validation documentation etc.).
• Support regulatory inspections as required.
• Perform lab duty tasks to maintain a high standard of housekeeping within the laboratory.
• Drive Root Cause Analysis investigations.
• Support and lead Laboratory projects to ensure timelines are met successfully.
• Manage group activities as required and lead projects to ensure completion.
• Participate at meetings and provide input to key projects and improvements within the group.
• Adhere to and support all EHS procedures and policies.

So does this role sound exciting? then read on.....

To succeed in this role, you will have the following Education and Experience:

• You will have a 3rd level qualification in a relevant science discipline with master or PHD preferred.
• Knowledge of biologics manufacturing, bioassays, biochemistry, biostatistics and experience within a GMP testing laboratory.
• A clear understanding of working within a regulated environment.
• Excellent communication and presentations skills, both written and oral.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to plan and schedule workloads.
• Drive, high energy, maturity, and ability to work under pressure and deliver results

So, does this all sound like the right role for you? Then join AbbVie!

As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer; we value bringing together individuals from diverse backgrounds to develop innovative solutions for patients and being part of an inclusive work environment.

AbbVie is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives, serving our community and embracing diversity and inclusion.  It is AbbVie’s policy to employ qualified persons of the greatest ability without discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy), physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, status as a protected veteran, or any other legally protected group status.