Expert Specialist - Laboratory Analyst

Expert Specialist - Laboratory Analyst

Eli Lilly Benelux

Limerick, Ireland

Key Responsibilities:   

The Laboratory Analyst (Expert Specialist) key responsibilities shall include but shall not be limited to:

• Executing analytical procedures in accordance with current corporate specifications and cGMP’s and for maintaining the relevant SOP’s.
• Maintenance and cultivation of cells used in the Cell Based Assay Labs.
• Building / Maintaining QCL digital systems in collaboration with site and external Digital teams.
• Reporting results into a computer storage system (LIMS), as well as performing testing using automated systems.
• Involved in the qualification of analytical instruments and in their routine maintenance.
• Development, validation and verification of new methodologies, as part of new product introductions or process improvement activities.
• Recognizing atypical assay behaviour and normally encountered equipment failure.
• Involved in deviation investigations and will record any errors encountered, as per procedures and training.
• Following all relevant Environmental, Health and Safety procedures and involved in incident investigations as required.
• Responsible for the maintenance of an inventory of cell/virus banks, reagents and supplies used to perform analytical testing.
• Assisting in the training of other personnel and as their level of skill develops, may be responsible for the full training of other Laboratory personnel.
• Responsible for adhering to, and improving, where appropriate, safety procedures to protect their other personnel and company property.
• Displaying a high level of integrity in the performance of their work.
• Relating well to other people with whom they come in contact, both within and outside of the laboratory area.
• Knowledgeable of general scientific methods and capable of learning and executing new techniques and instrumentation after appropriate training.
• May also be requested to partake in or lead area or cross-functional continuous improvement projects e.g. Six Sigma or other appropriate methodology.

Pre-Requisites (Includes experience, qualification etc.)

• Hons BSc in Virology, , Microbiology, Molecular Biology, Cellular Biology, Biochemistry, Biology or related field with a minimum of 5 years GMP/GLP experience.
• Deep technical expertise in Virology and Bioassay techniques with emphasis on techniques to support various types of IVV Assays, cell culturing, contamination control etc.
• Understanding of haemagglutination, hemadsorption and cytopathic effects.
• Highly Proficient in the use of multiple instrument platforms (e.g. Vicell, Molecular Devices, etc.) and software applications (e.g. SoftMax Pro, LIMS/LES systems, etc.).
• Excellent attention to detail in all aspects of the work.
• Detailed understanding of Data Integrity and its applications in a Digital Laboratory.

Additional Skills/Preferences

• Highly competent with computer systems.
• Experience working in cross functional teams and proven ability in decision making.
• Demonstrates ability in critical thinking, data analysis, problem solving and experience in root cause analysis.
• Strong organizational skills, including ability to follow assignments through to completion.
• Self-motivated, positive and ability to work under pressure.
• Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to meet business needs.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (written and oral).
• Demonstrates a continuous improvement mind-set.
• Demonstrated initiative – able to work proactively without direct supervision.
• Demonstrated ability to implement changes in technology and business systems / processes.

Others

• Candidates must be able to travel for familiarization and training as required.
• May be required to work on a shift basis depending on production support needs.
• Candidates must meet the minimum qualifications outlined in the Educational Requirements section to be considered for the role.