QC Sample Management Coordinator (12 month fixed term contract)

This is what you will do:

The QC Sample Management (QCSM) Sample Coordinator will support QC Sample Management activities within the Quality Control laboratory facility in Dublin.

You will be responsible for:

Primary activities include but are not limited to:

• Management of samples through to the QC Laboratores, both in terms of internal samples and shipment of samples externally for analysis.
• Co-ordinating and carrying out sample pulls, ensuring accuracy in all sample movement and aliquoting as required.
• Responding to ad-hoc requests for sample requests and information relating to sample management.
• Retain and Retention inventory management.
• Assisting laboratory analytical personnel as required.
• Ensuring training is up to date.
• Adhering to all company standards in the area of safety, housekeeping and quality, notifying management of any discrepancies.
• Ensure that all documentation is carried out on time, accurately and legibly as per GDP and GMP requirements
• Assist in additional duties as directed by the QC Sample Manamagent Supervisor/shift leads.

You will need to have:

• Experience working in a cGMP Quality environment is a distinct advantage
• Work well as part of a team and individually
• Good communication skills both internally and externally.
• Accuracy and good attention to detail.
• The duties of this role are generally conducted in an lab environment.  As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to: lift/carry 15/30 pounds unassisted/assisted; work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious, and hazardous materials; gown/degown PPE; use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.
• Computer skills (MS Office, MS Excel, MS Project) or comparable word-processing and spreadsheet applications is required
• An ability to work independently, as well as a member of a team in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• An ability to perform manually handling tasks i.e. using a pallet truck and lifting boxes   

We would prefer for you to have:

• Further educational accreditation or certificates is an advantage
• Works in a collaborative manner and is able to develop excellent working relationships with peers.
• An understanding of priority setting and time management.
• An understanding of current regulatory requirements for cGMP laboratory operations.
• Knowledge of a Quality Management System e.g. Trackwise/Veeva Vault
• Previous experience of Electronic laboratory management system i.e gLIMS

AstraZeneca embraces diversity and equality of opportunity. We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse team representing all backgrounds, with as wide a range of perspectives as possible, and harnessing industry-leading skills. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. We welcome and consider applications to join our team from all qualified candidates, regardless of their characteristics. We comply with all applicable laws and regulations on non-discrimination in employment (and recruitment), as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements.