Chemistry Analyst – YBB / Analytical Lab (9-Month Contract)

About the role

West Pharmaceutical Services is hiring an Associate Analyst for its chemistry laboratory in Waterford, supporting the YBB team. The role covers all required testing in the chemistry lab, including finished goods, maintenance of lab equipment and participation in lab projects. It is a 9-month contract, fully onsite, with no relocation assistance.

Key responsibilities

• Perform physical, chemical and particulate testing, including product release and compendia testing.
• Prepare and update control forms, SOIs and general lab documentation.
• Prepare trends and technical reports from data, with guidance from lab management.
• Maintain cGMP and ISO compliance and support audit preparation.
• Take part in lab projects such as method transfers, verifications, validations and equipment qualifications.
• Help identify, investigate and resolve problems in the chemistry lab, including out-of-specification results.
• Contribute to lean sigma programs and follow site environmental, health and safety rules.

Required profile

• Degree in Chemistry or a related science discipline.
• Preferred: 1-3 years' experience in chemistry or QC testing in the pharmaceutical, medical devices or manufacturing industry.
• Preferred: experience in a cGMP environment.
• Ability to travel up to 13 business days per year (5%).

Required skills

• Knowledge of analytical instrumentation and techniques and compendia testing is an advantage.
• Strong IT competence.
• Good verbal and written communication skills.

What we offer

• Salary range of EUR 30,600 to EUR 38,900, with possible variable compensation.
• Benefits and total rewards programmes depending on location and employment status.
• Career opportunities across facilities in North America, Europe and Asia-Pacific.