QC Laboratory Apprentice
Location Cork, Ireland ApplyWho We Are
BioMarin is a global biotechnology company that relentlessly pursues bold science to translate genetic discoveries into new medicines that advance the future of human health.
Since our founding in 1997, we have applied our scientific expertise in understanding the underlying causes of genetic conditions to create transformative medicines, using a number of treatment modalities.
Using our unparalleled expertise in genetics and molecular biology, we develop medicines for patients with significant unmet medical need. We enlist the best of the best – people with the right technical expertise and a relentless drive to solve real problems – and create an environment that empowers our teams to pursue bold, innovative science. With this distinctive approach to drug discovery, we’ve produced a diverse pipeline of commercial, clinical and preclinical candidates that have well-understood biology and provide an opportunity to be first-to-market or offer a substantial benefit over existing therapeutic options.
About Technical Operations
BioMarin’s Technical Operations group is responsible for creating our drugs for use in clinical trials and for scaling production of those drugs for the commercial market. These engineers, technicians, scientists and support staff build and maintain BioMarin’s cutting-edge manufacturing processes and sites, provide quality assurance and quality control to ensure we meet regulatory standards, and procure the needed goods and services to support manufacturing and coordinating the worldwide movement of our drugs to patients.
QC Laboratory Apprenticeship Program 2026
Shanbally, Ringaskiddy, Cork
Ready to earn while you learn and build a future in the life sciences?
BioMarin, in partnership with IBEC and Munster Technological University (MTU) Cork, is now recruiting for its Laboratory Apprenticeship Program - a 2 to 3-year journey combining hands-on industry experience with part-time academic study
Summary:
BioMarin is a high-performing, team-based organization, where colleagues are flexible, multi-skilled and empowered to make decisions.
A high level of initiative, energy and motivation are key role requirements, as well as excellent organizational skills.
The QC Apprentice will serve as an integral member of the QC team in a Biologics analytical laboratory.
The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a high standard of work, adhere to schedules and be a good communicator with strong interpersonal skills. The successful candidate will also have good self-awareness, act decisively and be a complete team player.
Overview:
Duration:
- QC Technician: 2 years (Level 6)
- QC Analyst: 3 years (Level 7)
Structure:
- 3 days per week on-site at BioMarin
- 2 days per week academic study with education partner institution during the academic year
Reporting to the QC Manager, the primary role of the QC Technician is to provide support to internal and external customers by providing quality testing and delivering results in accordance with GMP standards. Ensuring our products are safe for patient use and fit for purpose. The team is divided into 3 sub-teams; QC Analytical, QC Microbiology and QC In-Process. The role could potentially lie within any of these sub-teams depending on experience and business requirement.
Entry Requirements:
For entry into year 1 of the Level 6/7 program, applicants must have the following:
- Pass (Grade O6 or better) in 5 leaving certificate subjects, including Mathematics and one science subject
- 250 CAO points
or
- Successful Level 6 Laboratory Technician Apprentices
- Candidates with a Level 6 in a related discipline
- Current employee with relevant experience and qualifications
- Mature student
Responsibilities:
- Responsible for the management and delivery of samples from production to QC.
- Responsible for carrying out environmental monitoring and water sampling activities.
- Assisting laboratory analytical personnel, supporting housekeeping activities and consumable stock management.
- Participating in all training and completion of training records required by the supervisor/management.
- Ensuring at all times that QC documentation and laboratory records are up to date and of an appropriate standard.
- Assisting in laboratory investigations as appropriate.
- Identifying any opportunities for improvement within the QC and associated environments.
- Evaluate results against defined acceptance criteria.
- Maintain the laboratory in an inspection-ready state.
Contacts:
Reports to Quality Control Manager/Team Leader. Interacts with several departments, including but not limited to Quality Assurance, Maintenance and Manufacturing Sciences.
Why choose an apprenticeship with BioMarin?
- Achieve a nationally recognized qualification while working
- Get paid a competitive salary whilst working towards a qualification - earn while you learn!
- Learn from experienced mentors in a world-class biopharma environment
- Build valuable skills and career prospects in a growing industry
- Be part of a supportive, inclusive, and professional team
Additional Information:
- In order to be considered for this apprenticeship, you will need to be legally authorised to work in Ireland for the duration of the program.
- To apply, please submit your CV and Cover Letter
Note: This description is not intended to be all-inclusive, or a limitation of the duties of the position. It is intended to describe the general nature of the job that may include other duties as assumed or assigned.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.