Are you ready to be at the forefront of biotechnology excellence?
This is a rare opportunity to join one of the world's leading independent biotechnology companies in South Dublin as an Operational Readiness Senior Associate, where you will play a pivotal role in a high-impact project shaping the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing in Ireland.
If you have 3-5 years of experience working in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry and are ready for your next challenge, if this sounds like your next move, we'd love to hear from you.
Contract | Dublin | Duration: 12 months
ABOUT THE PROJECT - KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Support operational readiness planning and execution across all key milestones.
- Align Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, EHS and other functional readiness plans into a single execution rhythm, ensuring handoffs, constraints and critical dependencies are understood and actively managed.
- Provide clear visibility of readiness status, identify operational risks and escalate emerging issues to maintain compliance, safety and reliability.
- Establish and enforce structured progress tracking mechanisms across all workstreams.
- Must escalate risks that could impact critical milestones such as Media Fill or PPQ and should partner with stakeholders to define mitigation plans and track resolution.
- Ensure all functions are aligned to a single integrated schedule and planning framework and act as a central coordination point for schedule-related decision-making.
ABOUT YOU - ARE YOUR SKILLS A MATCH?
- Level 8 or Bachelor's degree in Science or Engineering
- Experience building and maintaining dashboards and data visualizations.
- MS Office and Project Management Computer Skills
- Understanding of project lifecycle phases (commissioning, qualification, etc.).
WHY LSC?
LSC work exclusively in the Life Sciences sector. Founded and run by contractors, we understand contracting first-hand and have created a unique approach to make the process as smooth as possible, so you can focus on delivering your best work. With over 23 years' experience supporting the industry, we bring deep sector knowledge and long-standing client relationships.
At LSC, we partner with you for the long term, not just the duration of your contract. We are committed to building lasting relationships and will work closely with you to ensure you are placed on projects that challenge, develop, and reward you throughout your career.
What You Can Expect.
- Work on-site with leading biopharma organisations on high-impact projects
- Structured onboarding to ensure you're set up from day one
- Ongoing support and regular engagement from LSC throughout your assignment
- Be part of a wider LSC consultant network
- A dedicated team behind you; you're not navigating projects or contracts alone
Note: Are you currently eligible to work in Ireland? As this is a contract opportunity, you will need to hold a Stamp 1G or Stamp 4 visa to apply.
Apply via this advert or contact Kathy Gillen on 021 4777329 if you have any questions about this role.
Find out more about working with LSC at lscconnect.com

