Job Description

Build Your Experience in Biologics Manufacturing and Process Sciences

Lab Technician - MS&T

Imagine contributing to the laboratory activities and technical studies that help advance biologics manufacturing, while building your expertise in a highly regulated biopharmaceutical environment.

This is an exciting opportunity for a Lab Technician to join a leading biopharmaceutical manufacturing organisation in Dunboyne, Co. Meath, supporting laboratory experiments, analytical testing, scale-down models, and process-related activities within a Process Sciences and Manufacturing Science & Technology (MS&T) environment.

Working alongside experienced scientists and cross-functional teams, you'll gain hands-on exposure to laboratory operations, fed-batch manufacturing, technical studies, and GMP-compliant practices.

We're looking for a practical, methodical science or engineering professional with laboratory experience, a strong understanding of quality and safety, and an interest in developing their career within biotechnology or pharmaceutical manufacturing.

What you'll achieve (and why it matters)

• Support the preparation and execution of scale-down models used in fed-batch manufacturing.
• Assist with technical studies, analytical testing, and laboratory experiments.
• Prepare solutions, materials, and equipment required for laboratory activities.
• Carry out laboratory preparation, equipment cleaning, and routine maintenance activities.
• Support scientists with day-to-day laboratory operations and administration.
• Assist with the preparation of safety documentation, work instructions, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain accurate documentation and uphold GMP, data integrity, safety, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with scientists, MS&T personnel, and multidisciplinary teams to support laboratory and process activities.
• Contribute to the development of technical knowledge and capabilities within biologics manufacturing.

Your edge (desired, not required)

• Level 8 qualification in Science, Engineering, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical Science, or a related discipline preferred. A Level 7 qualification with relevant experience will also be considered.
• Approximately 1–2 years' experience in a relevant laboratory, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, manufacturing, or analytical environment.
• Practical laboratory experience and an understanding of laboratory operations.
• Working knowledge of GMP, data integrity, quality systems, and regulatory expectations.
• Basic computer skills and the ability to maintain accurate documentation.
• Experience in biologics manufacturing, Process Sciences, or Manufacturing Science & Technology would be advantageous.
• Exposure to analytical testing, technical studies, or upstream and downstream processing.
• Familiarity with fed-batch manufacturing, laboratory equipment maintenance, cleaning, and solution preparation.
• Experience in single-use or multi-product manufacturing environments would be beneficial.
• Strong organisational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• A proactive, methodical approach and the ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a multidisciplinary team.

Why this role matters

Behind every successful biopharmaceutical manufacturing process is a team dedicated to scientific excellence, quality, and consistency. In this role, you'll support the laboratory activities and technical studies that help strengthen process understanding and manufacturing performance.

You'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced professionals, develop practical laboratory skills, and build valuable experience in biologics manufacturing, GMP compliance, and process sciences.

The next step for you

If this opportunity is of interest, please send your CV to danielle.johnson@nextgeneration.ie or reach out to discuss the role further.

All applications are treated in the strictest confidence.

Next Generation Recruitment specialises in Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Quality, Technical, Scientific, Manufacturing, and Operations recruitment across permanent, contract, and temporary positions.

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