• Perform routine analyses to support commercial, API and validation testing using UPLC, HPLC, FTIR and KF.• Provide technical support for method transfer, development and verification activities.• Liaise with planners to address technical queries, determine priorities and assist in manufacturing investigations.• Initiate system suitability and LIR investigations.• Schedule and co-ordinate testing to meet commercial and engineering requirements.• Train and support analysts in test methods and instrumentation use.• Proficient in troubleshooting UPLC, HPLC, KF and Empower.• Responsible for exporting and trending analytical data.• Involved in review and update of laboratory documentation.

Technical Operations Analytical Support – Technician June 2010 – January 2013o Developed and validated analytical procedures for testing active ingredients and impurities in accordance with ICH guidelines.o Investigated the origin of unknown impurities in ophthalmic solutions using forced degradation studies.o Involved in method transfers to other Allergan sites.o Wrote validation protocols, reports and analytical procedures.o Reviewed and approved in-house analytical methods and protocols. o Involved in development and validation of new Empower custom fields in the laboratory.o Co-ordinated all contract laboratory activities including training contractors, scheduling projects, tracking deadlines and liaising with contractors to address all issues.o Completed the following the in-house training courses: Technical writing, Analytical Methods Validation for FDA Compliance, Advanced HPLC Method Development, Advanced Empower Topics, Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Word.European Technical Centre – Technician August 2009 – May 2010o Performed routine testing of on-going stability samples within specified timelines using HPLC, GC and wet chemistry techniques in accordance with company SOP and GMPs.o Involved in writing and investigating out of specification results.o Reviewed and signed off documentation.o Entered and validated sample results on LIMS.o Trained new employees in laboratory techniques.