Pharmaceutical Development Analyst Newry, Northern Ireland
Job description
In Norbrook we pride ourselves in being one of the top companies in Northern Ireland and
one of the top veterinary pharmaceutical companies globally. We develop & manufacture
veterinary medicines, supplying products to 120 countries globally. With a strong portfolio of
existing products and significant investment in R&D to launch new products annually, we
have opportunities for individuals to join us and develop their career in a global company.
Our business strategy is supported by our Values – Customer Value, One Team, Results
Driven, Excellence, Innovation, and Quality – and we support our employees to live the
behaviours that creates our culture. Our on-going success is based on the expertise,
knowledge and innovation of our employees. If you are interested in joining our team here at
Norbrook and supporting our vision, then apply for this role.
Pharmaceutical Development Analyst
Job Overview
The successful candidate will work as part of a cross functional R&D team and gain a broad
understanding of the processes involved in bringing new pharmaceutical products to market.
The analyst will perform chemical and physical testing of R&D batches in relation to method
development, validation and transfer of finished product methods as well as process validation
and stability study testing. The successful candidate will be responsible for the execution of
their daily tasks to meet overall project timelines and report results to a senior analyst in a
timely and accurate manner.
Main Activities/Tasks
- Developing, optimising, validating, and transferring finished product methods of analysis
procedures and regulatory guidelines and requirements.
- Performing stability testing of R&D batches of finished product all in line with current GMP
- Assisting in the collection of samples from the production suites in support of
on same batches.
- Assisting in trending of analytical data and in performing investigative analysis for out of
- Ensuring all work is executed in accordance with Methods of Analysis, SOPs, protocols,
- Adopting a GMP approach at all times and being mindful of data integrity requirements
- Generating, interpreting and recording of data, results, draft methods, protocols and
studies and process validation of finished product.
- Active problem solving, troubleshooting, and providing solutions to analytical challenges
- Conducting departmental training in all validated finished product methods as part of the
- Calibrating of relevant Laboratory equipment daily.
- Ensuring the general H&S, cleanliness and tidiness of workplace and laboratory and assist
- Training or assisting in training new or existing personnel in laboratory techniques.
- Taking responsibility for your continuing professional skill set necessary to operate within
Essential Criteria:
Applicants must demonstrate the following essential criteria on their application form in order
to be considered:
- Educated to degree level (or equivalent) in a science related discipline.
- Previous experience working in or exposure to a cGMP environment (placements,
- Have HPLC, UPLC, GC and practical wet chemistry experience.
- Have knowledge of VICH guidance for Method Validation of Finished product methods,
Desirable Criteria:
Due to the nature of the role preference will be given to applicants demonstrating the
following desirable criteria:
- Possess a minimum of one years’ previous experience working in a GMP environment.
- Demonstrable experience of working with Empower lab management system.
- Previous analytical Method Development and Validation experience.
- Finished product stability study experience.
- Experience with troubleshooting relevant lab equipment; HPLC, UPLC, GC etc.
Duration: Full time, permanent.
Location: Newry
Additional Information:
- This role will be based in a site that produces and handles penicillin, and as such, this
- Applicants should be able to provide proof that they have a right to work in the UK at the
considered.
- We regret that applications received after the closing date and time will not be accepted.
Benefits:
• Free Life Assurance • Employee Assistance Programme
• Company Pension Scheme • On-site free parking
• Healthcare cash plan • Canteen Facilities
• 32 days annual leave • Employee Perks scheme
• Wedding Leave • Discounted Car Insurance
• Company Sick Pay • Career development opportunities
- Employee well-being initiatives
Contact: [email protected]
Please note previous unsuccessful applicants of PDA030723 are not eligible for
application
Norbrook Laboratories Limited employs a workforce with members of all sections of
the community and is committed to appointing people purely on the basis of merit. In
accordance with our equal opportunities policy, we would particularly like to welcome
applicants from the Protestant Community.
