Some opportunities happen only once in a lifetime - like a job where you have the chance to change lives. At Alexion, people living with rare and devastating diseases are our Guiding Star. We are driven to continuously innovate and create meaningful value in all we do to help patients and families fully live their best lives. We value the uniqueness and diversity of our employees and recognize that nurturing the diverse perspectives and strengths of our people translates into innovative breakthroughs for patients.

This is what you will do:

Strong working knowledge of the cGMP QC laboratory environment and laboratory equipment associated with biopharmaceutical analysis. Responsible for providing technical and laboratory support to the QC analysts in Alexion Dublin specifically working with the team as a trouble-shooter Possess the ability to understand and follow written SOPs, to accurately and legibly record work in real time, and pay close attention to detail. Perform routine tasks with a minimum of supervision.

You will be responsible for:

• Perform all lab functions in compliance with cGMP.
• Follow written procedures for the following tests (and review of these tests), as trained and qualified:
  • Electrophoresis (SDS-PAGE, IEF, iCE, CE-SDS).
  • HPLC methods including Size Exclusion, Reverse Phase, Peptide Mapping, Anion Exchange and Dionex IC methods such as TSAC (HPAEC-ED).
  • Microplate assays and ELISA.
  • Protein Concentration.
  • Compendial Methods such as pH, Osmolality, and Appearance.
  • Stability scheduling and testing.
  
  

• Recognize and report aberrant test results and sample conditions.
• Ensure training is current for all job functions performed.
• Provide QC SME and day to day technical guidance to QC analyst personnel
• Support the QC management team as required
• Lead and complete execution of investigations/CAPAs in a timely manner,
• Training lead in specific assays overseeing the execution of all training activities for all new personnel.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the QC department.

You will need to have:

• BSc in Chemistry or a biological science, 4-7 years’ experience, or equivalent combination of education
• and experience.

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Alexion is a global biopharmaceutical company focused on serving patients and families affected by rare diseases and devastating conditions through the discovery, development and commercialization of life-changing medicines. Headquartered in Boston, Massachusetts, Alexion has offices around the globe and serves patients in more than 50 countries. Further information about Alexion can be found at: www.alexion.com.

Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact accommodations@Alexion.com. Alexion participates in E-Verify.

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