Job Description

Quality Control Intern

At our company, we aspire to be the premier research-intensive biopharmaceutical company. We're at the forefront of research to deliver innovative health solutions that advance the prevention and treatment of diseases in people and animals. Join our team and contribute to our mission of using the power of leading-edge science to save and improve lives around the world.

Responsibilities:

• Participate in writing/revising/rolling out accurate operational procedures, training materials, and maintenance procedures for various Quality systems; ensure all work is carried out in line with the same.
• Operate as part of the QC team performing the allocated testing/inspection and laboratory-based duties.
• Where applicable, review, approve, and trend test results.
• Participate in QC daily meetings and ensure effective communication of testing progress, deviations, etc.
• Ensure that all Quality Systems within the department are adhered to on a daily basis.
• Complete all documentation in compliance with GMP and GxP standards.
• Participate in the laboratory aspects of deviation investigations.
• Problem-solving to get to the root cause of issues.
• Provide support with audit/inspection requirements to ensure department compliance/readiness.
• Collaborate with others by sharing your skill-set and expertise.
• Drive continuous improvement, perform root cause analysis on system failures (e.g., FMEA, Fishbone diagrams, 5 why's).

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Qualifications:

• Working towards a Science qualification or relevant discipline.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and job-related computer applications.
• Excellent report writing skills.
• Good communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with colleagues and external customers in a team-oriented manner.

This internship will be completed fully on-site at our company in Carlow.

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Required Skills:

Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Biopharmaceuticals, Biopharmaceutics, Clinical Research, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Visualization, Deviation Investigations, Document Management, GLP Regulations, GMP Compliance, Health Economics, Ishikawa Diagrams, Office Applications, Problem Solving, Process Improvements, Project Management, Quality Control Management, Quality Management, Reporting and Analysis, Report Writing {+ 2 more}

Preferred Skills:

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Employee Status:

Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)

Relocation:

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship:

No

Travel Requirements:

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements:

Not Applicable

Shift:

Not Indicated

Valid Driving License:

No

Hazardous Material(s):

N/A

Job Posting End Date:

09/16/2026

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