For nearly 75 years, Charles River employees have worked together to assist in the discovery, development and safe manufacture of new drug therapies. When you join our family, 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. In return, we’ll help you build a career that you can feel passionate about.
Job Summary
An exciting new opportunity is being created to support our colleagues at the Dublin Endosafe/Celsis Technical Services laboratory.
The Data Analyst, under the guidance of the Laboratory Services Manager, will be required to support the collection, review and analysis of data associated with the testing and other activities related to the Technical Services Department.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Continue to perform aspects of the Microbiologist role as needed: LAL Testing (RSE/CSE, QC, customer testing, etc) and Celsis Testing (Consumer Care, Pharma, Adapt, AP etc).
- Continue to develop efficient work procedures and processes that support company and departmental standards and procedures.
- Work side by side with technical service personnel to complete projects and daily work-related items.
- Ensure adherence to pertinent regulatory requirements (cGMP, FDA, ISO) and to departmental policies, practices, and procedures [SOPs, safety procedures and biosafety protocols].
- Review/update SOPs, protocols and other controlled documents for Technical Service with all pertinent GMP regulations and internal policies.
- Review laboratory testing reports for Celsis studies according to applicable testing proce-dures.
- Review testing related to LAL QC and RSE/CSE determination.
- May be responsible for Initiating, completing, or reviewing Quality documentation associated with change controls, deviations, CAPAs, OOS and lab investigations generated by Technical Service.
- Assist in training as required.
- May participate in inspections and audits.
- Responsible for assisting with and processing product returns and customer complaints.
- Compilation as well as presentation of metrics for processes associated with Technical Ser-vice such as contract testing, complaints, RSE/CSE testing, Service Cloud, quality manage-ment review sessions, tracking and trending meetings, etc. for management on designated frequencies.
- Analyse and Interpret data in order to identify any ‘out of trend’ or early warning indicators. Recommend preventative or corrective action as appropriate.
- Utilise best processes for data review and analysis (E.g. Statistical review, Minitab, PowerBI, etc). Training will be provided as needed.
This is a full time role which based on site primarily within the laboratory, involving the majority of working as part of a dedicated team of eight.
Job Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s Degree (B.A. /B.S.) in Microbiology / Biology or a related discipline.
Experience: Established post graduation related experience as a Microbiologist supported by an additional track record of related experience in areas such as quality systems, data review, metrics collection and reporting, within a GMP/GLP environment. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be accepted as a satisfactory substitute for the specific education and experience listed above.
Other: Advanced computer literacy required. Proficient with Microsoft Excel. Attention to detail and organisation skills required. Fluency of written and spoken English Language is essential.
About Microbial Solutions
Our Microbial Solutions business group has a comprehensive portfolio of endotoxin testing, microbial detection and microbial identification products and services is unlike any other, and has been purposefully designed to meet the complex and ever-changing needs of the industry. We help clients to ensure product safety and quality with easy-to-use yet robust testing solutions that satisfy regulatory requirements, support critical decision making and improve operational efficiencies.
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage contract research organization (CRO). We have built upon our foundation of laboratory animal medicine and science to develop a diverse portfolio of discovery and safety assessment services, both Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and non-GLP, to support clients from target identification through preclinical development. Charles River also provides a suite of products and services to support our clients’ clinical laboratory testing needs and manufacturing activities. Utilizing this broad portfolio of products and services enables our clients to create a more flexible drug development model, which reduces their costs, enhances their productivity and effectiveness to increase speed to market.
With over 20,000 employees within 110 facilities in over 20 countries around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our client’s unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies and hospitals and academic institutions around the world.
At Charles River, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. Our mission, our excellent science and our strong sense of purpose guide us in all that we do, and we approach each day with the knowledge that our work helps to improve the health and well-being of many across the globe. We have proudly worked on 80% of the drugs approved by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in the past five years.
At Charles River Laboratories, we recognize and recruit all talent. We are a company committed to the principle of diversity and inclusion and work daily in this direction.
Helping you find your moment
You take great care and effort when you apply for a job with us. Rest assured that we’ll be just as diligent in finding the role that’s right for you. Here’s how our hiring process works:
Job Search
Learn about CRL, our culture, and why we do the work we do while also searching for roles that match your interests and expertise.
Application
Create a profile and apply to as many roles as you have an interest.
Note: Depending on the role, you may be required to include a resume in your application.
Assessment and application review
Complete assessments, if requested, to determine whether the role is likely to be a good fit for you – and vice versa. The recruiter will review your resume and qualifications against the requirements of the role and will determine next steps.
Note: At any point in the process, you can log into your profile to review the status of your application.
Interview
Engage in our interview process by meeting with a group of interviewers who will provide information on the company, culture, and your role while also asking you questions to assess your skills, interests, and expertise. This is also a great time for you to ask questions and better understand how we foster a sense of belonging at Charles River.
Note: Charles River leverages technical and behavioral-based interview questions based on our DNA (Care, Lead, Own, and Collaborate). Please familiarize yourself with the DNA and be prepared to relate your experiences to them.
Job offer and onboarding
Receive a competitive offer either by phone or email from a Charles River recruiter or hiring manager. The offer will include your title, salary, location, and other relevant information.
Note: Upon acceptance, you will work with your recruiter to confirm a start date and will receive paperwork to electronically complete prior to your start. For US-based roles, upon your acceptance, you will be required to take a pre-employment drug screen and pass a criminal background check.
Job Search
Learn about CRL, our culture, and why we do the work we do while also searching for roles that match your interests and expertise.
Application
Create a profile and apply to as many roles as you have an interest. Note: Depending on the role, you may be required to include a resume in your application.
Assessment and Application Review
Complete assessments, if requested, to determine whether the role is likely to be a good fit for you – and vice versa. The recruiter will review your resume and qualifications against the requirements of the role and will determine next steps.
Note: At any point in the process, you can log into your profile to review the status of your application.
Interview
Engage in our interview process by meeting with a group of interviewers who will provide information on the company, culture, and your role while also asking you questions to assess your skills, interests, and expertise. This is also a great time for you to ask questions and better understand how we foster a sense of belonging at Charles River. Note: Charles River leverages technical and behavioral-based interview questions based on our DNA (Care, Lead, Own, and Collaborate). Please familiarize yourself with the DNA and be prepared to relate your experiences to them.
Job offer and onboarding
Receive a competitive offer either by phone or email from a Charles River recruiter or hiring manager. The offer will include your title, salary, location, and other relevant information. Note: Upon acceptance, you will work with your recruiter to confirm a start date and will receive paperwork to electronically complete prior to your start. For US-based roles, upon your acceptance, you will be required to take a pre-employment drug screen and pass a criminal background check.
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About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contract Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients’ unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions around the world.
Supporting your well-being
Your dedication and passion make a life-saving difference in lives around the world. We’re committed to providing you with benefits that elevate your quality of life.
Financial
- Earnings + incentives
- Retirement benefits
- Vacation + time away
- Recognition
- Employee assistance fund
Career
- Professional development opportunities
- Career development
- Awards
- Educational support
Health and wellness coverage
- Employee well-being support
- Family support programs
- Parental benefits + family formation benefits
- Work-life balance flexibility
Social and Community
- Culture of belonging
- 11 employee resource groups (ERGs) with >4,000 members, where all employees are welcome
- Opportunities for paid volunteer time off
- Community outreach + matching gift + engagement activities
About Charles River
Charles River is an early-stage Contract Research Organization (CRO). Here, we are passionate about our role in improving the quality of people’s lives. With 100 sites around the globe, we are strategically positioned to coordinate worldwide resources and apply multidisciplinary perspectives in resolving our clients’ unique challenges. Our client base includes global pharmaceutical companies, biotechnology companies, government agencies, hospitals, and academic institutions around the world.