We are SGS, the world’s leading Inspection, Verification, Testing and Certification company. We are recognised as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity with 98,000 employees across our 2,650 offices and laboratories worldwide, we working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world. Building on the success of our Sustainability Ambitions, we have high-level targets for our 2030 Sustainability strategy in three different areas: Governance, Society and caring for our planet.

SGS International Services Laboratory (ISL) is central to the SGS Global strategy for the Health & Nutrition sector, it is a significant component of the organisation’s global laboratories network. Our main focus is to ensure the safety of the medicine, for the millions of patients who take the products we test. This is achieved through a strong quality focus and an excellent Health Authority audit history and reputation.

You will enjoy a truly rewarding career in a global, multicultural organisation with a proud heritage, making the world a better, safer place for over 140 years.

Key Responsibilities

• Ensuring GMP, GLP standards are maintained while carrying out testing of drug products in accordance with valid testing procedures and regulatory requirements.
• Write and maintain necessary documentation (test protocols, SOPs, instrumentation manuals and checkout sheets, method transfer reports,) according to the existing SOPs and cGMP standards.
• Lead Laboratory investigations and deviations.
• Review results generated by other analysts for compliance with requirements.
• Ensure laboratories and laboratory equipment are well maintained, and calibrations are carried out at the designated frequencies.
• Carry out method transfers and participate in the validation of analytical test methods as required.
• Ensure that all target dates are met. Communicate status of testing at Tier 1 Unit meetings.
• Represent the Chemistry department in audits where required.
• Write and maintain necessary documentation (test protocols, SOPs, instrumentation manuals and checkout sheets, method transfer reports,) according to the existing SOPs and cGMP standards.
• Assessment of testing results generated in the laboratory and close out of batch analysis.
• Uphold a safe working environment, in a state of audit readiness.
• Maintain own knowledge of cGMPs and relevant analytical techniques (HPLC, GC, UV, PSD, XRPD, wet chemistry, dissolution, etc.).
• Identification and implementation of safety, environmental, quality and service improvements.
• At all times, adopt a safe behaviour by exercising due regard for the health and safety of yourself, colleagues, and clients, in line with the Company’s policies and procedures
• Ensure full compliance with the Company’s Code of Integrity, and act in accordance with SGS Ireland’s Equality & Diversity Policy

• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a GMP environment.
• A minimum of one years Chromatography experience

Science degree in Chemistry or equivalent

• Experience with analytical technologies and demonstrated troubleshooting skills (HPLC, GC, UV, PSD, XRPD, wet chemistry, dissolution, etc.).

SGS ISL has a dynamic team culture, committed to employee development. We have an exciting opportunity for a Senior QC Analyst to join our growing teams in our state-of-the-art facility. The successful candidate will be an essential part of the chemistry team, testing pharmaceutical drug substances and raw materials in accordance with corporate procedures and in compliance with the current GMP standards.

• Integrity
• Strong analytical ability and associated problem solving
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Good time management & attention to detail
• Results and performance driven
• Compliance with SGS policies and procedures
• Excellent communication skills both verbal & written

​​​​​Along with an attractive compensation, we offer:

• Full healthcare
• Pension
• Performance related bonus
• 25 days annual leave + 2 additional company days
• Continuous learning with the chance to expand and enrich your career with our dedicated training team
• Career development opportunities across SGS
• Long service recognition awards
• Employee referral scheme
• Company Sickness policy
• Employee Assistance Programme (EAP)
• Eye sight test & contributions towards glasses
• Mental Health support
• Cycle to work scheme

SGS offer a friendly, supportive, approachable working environment with a down-to-earth culture

SGS is an equal opportunities employer