PM Group

We are currently looking to recruit a Chemist for a client in Limerick. The successful candidate will be working within the Quality Department.

Job Role and Responsibilities

• Initiation, design and prioritization of analytical projects
• Preparation, review and approval of analytical protocols and reports
• Selection and approval of chemical raw materials
• Co-ordination, review and approval of laboratory investigations
• Preparation and maintenance of chemistry methods, specifications and SOP’s in compliance with pharmaceutical and regulatory requirements
• Selection of contract laboratories, co-ordination of testing requirements and review of reports received
• Ensuring GMP/GLP compliance in all aspects of the laboratory functions
• Implementing a creative approach to improving accuracy, reliability and productivity within laboratory area group
• Working effectively to troubleshoot and solve problems
• Implementing appropriate safety procedures in the laboratory
• Performing environmental and safety assessments for new chemicals
• Ensuring compliance with chemical regulatory requirements
• Management of chemistry department budget
• Human resource management of chemistry department staff, including planning, recruitment, training and development
• Ensuring effective interaction and involvement with other departments and management
• Hosting and responding to laboratory audits
• Identifying and maintaining laboratory metrics

Qualifications/Experience:

• Third Level Degree (PhD desirable)
• 5+years in the Medical Device / Pharma industry
• Proven record in method development transfer and validation
• A strong theoretical and practical knowledge of HPLC’s
• Very good interpersonal, communication and presentation skills, along with an ability to deliver on targets and deadlines
• Experience in people management
• Excellent analytical skills
• Proficient in the use of MS Office and Chromatography systems software

All CV’s are treated in the strictest confidence