Wallace Myers International are recruiting Analytical Chemists for our client, a leading global Contract Development and Manufacturing organisation (CDMO).

The role is site based onsite in Swords, Co. Dublin

Contact Jenn Dinan on 01 4408352 and email

Analytical R&D Chemist - 12 MONTH CONTRACT -Dublin

This position is based at the R&D Centre in Swords, Co Dublin. The R&D Centre has co-located technical and operational expertise, including analytical expertise that supports the development and manufacture of clinical and commercial products (small molecule APIs).


Position Description:
The Analytical Chemist will be responsible for providing technical support for all aspects of analytical methodology, method development, transfer, qualification and troubleshooting pertaining to the manufacture of small molecule APIs and intermediates. The successful candidate will also provide support in the day-to-day running and maintenance of the AR&D laboratories, including equipment. The successful candidate will collaborate closely with other functions, including PR&D, Operations, Quality (QA/QC), SHE and external stakeholders/customers working towards the flawless, compliant and right first-time manufacture of existing and new products. In addition, the successful candidate will provide mentorship, where applicable, to more junior analytical staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• Carry out Analytical method development, specifically for HPLC and GC.
• Perform analytical testing in a timely manner for analytical method development, analytical testing, validation and qualification, where appropriate, to ensure project deadlines are achieved for: Campaign support, Material release, PR&D support (development of in-process control methods, familiarization experiments), Reference standard qualification, Analytical investigations.
• Prepare, review and execute analytical protocols
• Prepare and review analytical reports.
• Ensure all documentation is completed to the required standard, right first-time, in compliance with local procedures and in a timely manner.
• Ensure all instrumentation used is within calibration and is correctly maintained.
• Liaise with AR&D Senior Analytical Chemists to obtain technical support with instrumentation/analytical methodology and laboratory investigations/quality events or related issues.
• Ensure training is completed before execution of a task.
• Attend weekly team meetings and participate in a culture, which is committed to high performance, innovation, and continuous improvement and promotes idea sharing.
• Meet with manager to discuss performance, provide feedback and identify any development opportunities.
• Ensure CGMP Compliance of laboratory operations and documentation, including testing, write ups, review and approval of protocols, reports and change controls.
• Ensure a safe work environment for oneself and all employees.
• Ensure high standards of housekeeping are maintained in the laboratory.

Required Key Skills and Experience include:

• Ideally a BSC/MSc in analytical chemistry or equivalent. Preferably a minimum of 3-5 years' experience in analytical activities and analytical method development within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Demonstrable expertise in developing analytical methods, particularly for HPLC and GC.
• Excellent core competencies such as teamwork, communication skills, technical writing skills.
• Strong technical background in chemistry, particularly analytical chemistry.
• Ability to work to tight timelines.
• Good Troubleshooting skills.
• Openness to change, receptive to new ideas.
• Knowledge of FDA and European GMPs requirements, particularly pertaining to laboratory operations.

All applications will be treated with the strictest of confidence

Contact JENN DINAN on or call 01 4408352

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