Job Description
Seeking an In Vitro Bioassay Analyst to work in the Biosafety & Cell Based Assay Department in Ballina, Ireland, assisting in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies.
Charles River employees have worked together for 75 years to assist in the discovery, development, and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our team, you will have a significant impact on the health and well-being of people across the globe. Whether your background is in life sciences, finance, IT, sales, or another area, your skills will play an important role in the work we perform.
We are seeking an In Vitro Bioassay Analyst to work in our Biosafety & Cell Based Assay Department located in Ballina, Ireland. This role will report to the Biosafety & Cell Based Assay Supervisor and will be responsible for assisting the Department Manager in the following:
- Execution of routine cell-based potency assays
- Support technical transfer, qualification, and validation of new cell-based assays
- Maintenance and propagation of antibiotic-free cell cultures
- Evaluation of mammalian cells / Generation and maintenance of mammalian cell banks
Core duties will include:
- Maintenance and propagation of antibiotic-free cell cultures
- Competent in microscopic evaluation of mammalian cells (e.g. cell morphology, count, and viability)
- Receipt and processing of test samples in LIMS
- Support update current standard operating procedures
- Assist in laboratory investigations where necessary
- Support generation of GMP compliant SOPs, Protocols, and reports
- Generate risk assessments for laboratory and test items as required
- Maintain Laboratory Data Integrity and compliance
The following are minimum requirements related to the In Vitro Analyst position:
- BSc in a relevant science discipline (e.g. Biology, Biochemistry, etc.)
- A minimum of 1 year's relevant experience in scientific research preferably within a GMP regulated environment (EMEA/FDA) within the Pharmaceutical, Medical Device, CRO Industry is highly desirable
- Experience of aseptic cell culture techniques desirable
- Experience in in-vitro bioassays highly desirable
- Basic understanding of regulatory guidelines desirable
- Ability to problem solve and work on own initiative