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Summary

The Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate is responsible for end-to-end production operations, operating equipment according to procedures, and adhering to safety and compliance standards. This role requires working as part of a flexible and collaborative multi-disciplined process team.

Key facts

Status
Available
Location
IRL - Meath - Dunboyne
Contract
Full-time
Work arrangement
On-site
Experience
2+ years
Education
Apprenticeship / vocational training
Apply by
2026-10-16

Required skills

Analytical Laboratory EquipmentBiopharmaceutical IndustryCollaborationContamination ControlGMP ComplianceManufacturing ProcessesPAS-XSAP Workflows

Full description

Job Description

A fantastic opportunity has arisen for a Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate.

This is an onsite shift role.

Bring energy, knowledge, innovation to carry out the following:

The ​Manufacturing Bioprocess Associate​, is responsible for

  • End-to end production operations for both Fed Batch and Continuous Manufacturing.
  • Operating equipment according to electronic batch records, sampling plans and standard operating procedures.
  • Conducting all work activities with a strict adherence to the safety and compliance culture on site.
  • Working as part of a multi-disciplined, dedicated process team where flexibility and teamwork are an essential requirement.

What skills you will need

In order to excel in this role, you will more than likely have:

  • Level 6 qualification in a science or engineering discipline desired.
  • 2+ years’ experience in a GMP Manufacturing requirement shall be deemed equivalent.
  • Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team.
  • Familiarity with contamination control and batch release requirements.
  • Familiarity with Emerson DeltaV, Pas X, and the use of Automation in a manufacturing Process.
  • Experience with various Single Use technologies in a manufacturing environment.
  • Understanding of Upstream and Downstream Unit Operations for mAb manufacturing.

Our facility in Dunboyne joined our network in September 2020. Our Dunboyne site is our Company’s first Biologics Drug Substance Single Use Commercialisation Facility, playing an important role in helping to commercialise key medicines.

The cutting-edge innovation and collaboration between our Company’s research and manufacturing teams will significantly accelerate the time it takes to bring a medicine to market for the benefit of patients around the world.

We keep the patient at the very heart of all that we do and strive to find solutions and treatments for some of the world's most challenging healthcare needs.

As an equal opportunity employer, we are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together.

Please don't hesitate to contact the Talent Acquisition Advisor assigned to this role should you need any support during our recruitment process.

We are committed to flexible working where possible, and this is why our Company has introduced a new hybrid working model for office-based colleagues around the world.

Please feel free to speak to us about what flexibility means to you during your application.

So, if you are ready to

Invent solutions to meet unmet healthcare needs, please apply today.

Required Skills

Analytical Laboratory Equipment, Biopharmaceutical Industry, Collaboration, Contamination Control, GMP Compliance, Manufacturing Processes, PAS-X, SAP Workflows, Teamwork, Upstream Operations

Preferred Skills

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No fee will be paid in the event a candidate is hired by our company as a result of an agency referral where no pre-existing agreement is in place. Where agency agreements are in place, introductions are position specific. Please, no phone calls or emails.

Employee Status

Regular

Relocation

No relocation

VISA Sponsorship

Yes

Travel Requirements

No Travel Required

Flexible Work Arrangements

Not Applicable

Shift

1st - Day

Valid Driving License

No

Hazardous Material(s)

NA

Job Posting End Date

10/17/2026 *A job posting is effective until 11:59:59PM on the day BEFORE the listed job posting end date. Please ensure you apply to a job posting no later than the day BEFORE the job posting end date.

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