team of Biochemistry, Bioassay and Sample Management Analysts.
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ANALYTICAL GROUP LEADER - BIOPHARMA - CORK
EMPLOYER
Our client is a leading Contract Research Organization (CRO), working
with pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device sectors.
JOB DESCRIPTION
The primary purpose of this role is to lead and manage a team of
Biochemistry, Bioassay and Sample Management Analysts to ensure that
the team is operating at the highest quality and productivity
standards, have high morale and retention, and the agreed customer
requirements are entirely satisfied and that customer expectations are
met or exceeded through effective leadership and quality operational
management
This person will be the key point of contact for both the Team and
also the client on a day-to-day basis.
Effectively coordinating and managing members of the team so that
productivity, quality, documentation, work schedules, safety and
housekeeping is run at maximum efficiency.
Responsible for ensuring that the client gets the best possible
service by continually reviewing best practice in relation to both
commercial and quality issues and ensuring *%
ethical work standards and GMP compliance.
Responsible for the development, coaching, motivation, and morale of
team members through effective teambuilding and use of reward and
recognitions systems celebrating team success.
Responsible for reviewing and approving all relevant documentation and
technical data in a timely manner and ensuring that it communicated,
documented, and filed accurately.
Responsible for ensuring that work is scheduled and cross training
takes place so that the service levels agreed with the customer are
achieved. Responsible for amending schedules as required.
Ensure that all analysts are trained and have completed training
records for all activites and other training completed.
Responsible for carrying out performance appraisals with staff as part
of the overall performance management programme within the
organisation.
Responsible for continuous feedback to all members of their team on
all items in relation to client or organisational requirements /
changes.
Responsible for handling any customer related queries where necessary
and liaising with their team and with personnel from other teams to
problem solve these queries if needed.
Perform other duties as designated by Laboratory Management.
To assist in manufacturing investigations as required, in particular
event, deviations and CAPAs, to help meet product release
specifications and timelines.
To foster a culture of Lean and Continuous improvement within the
department and with internal and external partners.
Performing all technical duties required to the correct standard and
turnaround times.
To address group local audit findings.
To participate as required in any investigations associated with the
team deliverables.
To perform routine and non-routine technical duties and various
support activities as required by the client.
To collect metrics and measure productivity through agreed metrics
REQUIREMENTS
A Bachelor Degree or Masters Qualification or PhD Qualification in
Biotechnology, Biopharmaceutical sciences or relevant biological or
life science is required.
A good knowledge of HPLC, Stability, SDS-Page, IEF, CE, plus general
laboratory skills (balance, pipette, cleaning, equipment management
etc.) is required
Experience with LIMS systems is desirable.
At least 5 years of GMP industry experience
Excellent leadership skills and at least 2 years’ previous
supervisory experience.
Analytical skills to troubleshoot laboratory issues are an asset.
Ability to quickly learn new processes.
Experience in aseptic techniques is required.
Ability to communicate clearly and to form strong working
relationships with colleagues.
Willing to operate in a flexible manner and be able to switch
priorities at short notice.
Organised, accurate, have strong documentation skills.
Passionate about quality and customer service.
Excellent attention to detail
Good communicator - easily communicate findings and recommendations to
internal clients.
PACKAGE
Competitive Salary
Permanent Full time position
Benefits include medical insurance, pension and life assurance.
We need : English (Good)
Type: Permanent
Payment: Pay: Negotiable
Category: Construction
