QC Sample Management Specialist

Role Overview

We are offering an exciting opportunity for a QC Sample Management Specialist at our advanced Dunboyne facility. This position calls for a motivated individual to coordinate sample management within the Quality Control team, ensuring smooth handling, tracking, and integrity of laboratory samples and related data.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the complete lifecycle of samples, including receipt, LIMS/GLIMS logging, storage, movement, and disposal.
• Manage sample tracking, inventory, and movement within laboratory systems, ensuring full traceability and regulatory adherence.
• Maintain the site Stability Program by retrieving samples at predetermined intervals, managing test schedules, and enforcing stability protocols.
• Review and validate stability data to support expiry dating and storage conditions.
• Track testing progress and timelines to guarantee timely sample testing and reporting.
• Manage Controlled Temperature Unit (CTU) capacity and compliance through regular condition audits.
• Carry out or supervise sample aliquoting per laboratory procedures.
• Ensure all activities comply with cGMP and regulatory standards, serving as key contact during audits and inspections.
• Initiate and monitor deviations and change controls relevant to stability, sample management, and laboratory processes.
• Support investigations, CAPAs, and implementation of changes, ensuring efficient execution.
• Collaborate with QC, laboratory leadership, and cross-functional teams to optimize testing, reporting, and resolve issues.
• Engage with centers of excellence and global groups to improve QC systems, processes, and stability practices.
• Assist in deploying quality systems, standard work, and QC quality chapters aligned with global standards.
• Promote continuous improvement through problem-solving, visual management, and operational excellence.
• Conduct routine audits of sample storage and laboratory practices for compliance.
• Provide ongoing training and coaching to staff on sample management and stability protocols.
• Offer hands-on support as needed to sustain laboratory operations.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in scientific fields such as Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, or closely related disciplines.
• At least 3 years’ experience working in laboratory or quality control settings.
• Proficiency with sample management systems and tracking tools.
• Experience in GMP-regulated laboratory environments preferred.

Skills and Competencies

• Excellent organizational and coordination capabilities.
• Strong attention to detail and precision.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a high-paced context.
• Initiative-driven mindset focused on continuous improvement.
• A strong sense of ownership, accountability, and high standards of excellence.

Company and Location

Our Dunboyne facility, operational since September 2020, is our first Biologics Drug Substance Single Use Commercialization Facility, instrumental in reducing the time to bring medicines to market in collaboration with research and manufacturing teams globally.

Additional Information

We are dedicated to inclusive employment practices and support flexible working arrangements where suitable. Candidates are encouraged to discuss flexibility needs during application. The position involves no hazardous materials and does not require travel. Visa sponsorship is not indicated. Compliance with company policies regarding search firm submissions applies. This is a regular employee role.

Application Deadline

The job posting closes at 11:59 PM on August 25, 2026.