QC Systems Engineer

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need. Learn more at Astellas.com. 

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? 

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Working Environment and Location

This position is 100% onsite in Tralee, Ireland.

At Astellas we recognize the importance of work/life balance, and we are proud to offer a hybrid working solution allowing time to connect with colleagues at the office with the flexibility to also work from home. We believe this will optimize the most productive work environment for all employees to succeed and deliver. Hybrid work from certain locations may be permitted in accordance with Astellas’ Responsible Flexibility Guidelines.

Purpose and Scope

• Responsible for the administration, support, maintenance, and continuous improvement of QC laboratory computerized systems and automated laboratory equipment. The role ensures reliable, compliant, and secure operation of laboratory systems, supporting laboratory operations, data integrity requirements, system integrations, and regulatory compliance within a GMP environment.
• Provide technical ownership and lifecycle management of QC laboratory systems and automated laboratory equipment.
• Support administration, configuration, troubleshooting, and maintenance of laboratory platforms including Empower, LabX, LIMS, and instrument control software.
• Manage system integrations between laboratory instruments, enterprise applications, Active Directory, and site IT/OT infrastructure.
• Coordinate system patching, upgrades, backup and recovery activities in line with site procedures and vendor recommendations.
• Support qualification, validation, change control, periodic review, and audit readiness activities for laboratory computerized systems.
• Develop and maintain system documentation, administration procedures, support guides, and asset inventories.

Role and Responsibilities

• Own the administration, support, maintenance, and lifecycle management of QC laboratory computerized systems and automated equipment.
• Ensure reliable, secure, compliant operation of laboratory systems within a GMP environment, with a focus on data integrity and regulatory requirements.
• Configure, troubleshoot, and maintain laboratory platforms including Empower, LabX, LIMS, and instrument control software.
• Manage integrations between laboratory instruments, enterprise applications, Active Directory, and site IT/OT infrastructure.
• Coordinate system patching, upgrades, backups, recovery, qualification, validation, change control, and periodic reviews.
• Maintain system documentation, procedures, support guides, asset inventories, and audit readiness.

Essential Qualifications

• Third-level qualification in Engineering, Computer Science, Information Systems, Automation, or a related discipline, with experience supporting computerized laboratory systems in a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical/biotech environment.
• Experience with laboratory applications such as Empower, LabX, LIMS, CDS, and ELN, including laboratory instrument connectivity, system integrations, and IT/OT networking.
• Strong Windows Server, Active Directory, user management, security, and system administration skills, with proven troubleshooting capability across software, hardware, network, and instrument communication issues.

Benefits

Careers | Astellas

Why Astellas

• Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.
• Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.
• Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare. 
• A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organisational Values and Behaviours

Skills and Capabilities

.

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Beware of recruitment scams impersonating Astellas recruiters or representatives. Authentic communication will only originate from an official Astellas LinkedIn profile or a verified company email address. If you encounter a fake profile or anything suspicious, report it promptly to LinkedIn's support team through LinkedIn Help.

#LI-Onsite

#LI-Tralee

#LI-ND1