Company Description

AbbVie's mission is to discover and deliver innovative medicines and solutions that solve serious health issues today and address the medical challenges of tomorrow. We strive to have a remarkable impact on people's lives across several key therapeutic areas – immunology, oncology, neuroscience, and eye care – and products and services in our Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. For more information about AbbVie, please visit us at www.abbvie.com. Follow @abbvie on X, Facebook, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn and Tik Tok.

Job Description

You’re driven by the science. By discovery. By the unknown. Take on the work that challenges you, so you can challenge the status quo. At AbbVie

Welcome to AbbVie!

At our Westport site in Co. Mayo, we are now hiring an Analytical Technology Specialist to join our talented and ambitious New Product Introduction team, on a 12 months fixed term contract.

The NPI group are responsible for release and stability testing products in development after the transfer and validation of the assay from the Product Development Science and Technology team.

The role centers on supporting new product introduction testing, conducting Cell-Based Potency Assay (CBPA) testing, ad-hoc investigational & development testing. There may be a requirement to execute/assist on new method transfers and validations.

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 this team, read below to find out more…

In your new role, you will:

Support NPI QC Testing on PSBs, Clinical, PPQ, Demo and investigational lots via Cell Based Potency Assay and related ELISA methods.Timely review of testing records and all associated documentation.Routine lab duties including critical reagent qualifications, inventory management and equipment maintenance.Perform all activities are completed in line with regulatory (QA and EHS) and corporate requirements.Open and progress QMS records as required – Laboratory Investigations, Change ControlsComplete assigned training on timeUnderstand regulations and business processes required to maintain laboratory data integrityProvide input on assay performance monitoring and trendingSupporting Root Cause Analysis InvestigationsAttend departmental and Tier meetings
Qualifications

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

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

Bachelors of Science, Master’s Degree or Ph.D in a Biological Science, 1-3 years QC GMP experiencePractical experience of mammalian cell culture and basic techniques (Passaging, freeze-down, drug treatments) is an advantageSound scientific/practical understanding of ELISA based methodsA 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.
Additional Information

AbbVie is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to operating with integrity, driving innovation, transforming lives and serving our community.  Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled. 

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