MS&T Intern (Lab) at Merck in Dunboyne, Leinster, Ireland

MS&T Intern (Lab)
Location: IRL - Meath - Dunboyne
Job Description
Job Purpose:
This role will be part of our Manufacturing Science and Technology self-directed work team / hub in our state-of-the-art, single-use multi-product facility in Dunboyne, County Meath, Ireland.
• The MS&T intern will be involved in the execution of laboratory studies to support the tech transfer of biologics into the Dunboyne facility, focusing on small-scale upstream, downstream operations or analytical testing based on site priorities.
• The MS&T intern will work across the site self-directed work teams and hub teams to identify and resolve issues in order to allow the site to deliver on our commit culture that supports Quality, EHS, Learning and Continuous improvement.
• The MS&T intern will be responsible for continuous improvement of visual management systems, completion of key MS&T deliverables associated with technology transfer, site validation and other business processes as well as cross-functional collaboration with all site self-directed work teams / Hubs and external vendors to help reach team and company milestones.
Key Accountabilities:
Understanding of project management skills to support project delivery and operational readiness.
• Execute laboratory studies in accordance to good laboratory practices.
• Participate in cross-functional teams and deliver on tight timelines.
• Excellent collaboration skills and teamwork mindset.
• Excellent troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to focus on meeting and tracking to defined schedules and embracing an interdependent work culture as an agile team member.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.
• Promoting a culture where diversity and inclusion is part of the DNA.
• Demonstrated ability to give and receive feedback.
• Key collaboration with the self-directed work teams and hubs across the enterprise.
• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to deliver the site objectives.
• Perform laboratory experiments required to deliver on project timelines.
• Product testing in support of development studies.
• Experimental design, execution, data analysis and interpretation.
Preparation of documentation associated with the projects in accordance with GDP (good documentation practice) and site procedures.
• Adhere to highest quality standards.
Education & Experience:
Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field.
PQ20
Required Skills:
Analytical Problem Solving, Analytical Problem Solving, Biopharmaceuticals, Business Processes, Clinical Research, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Data Analytics, Database Management, Data Entry, Data Interpretations, Data Visualization, Diversity and Inclusion (D&I), Document Management, GLP Regulations, Health Economics, Laboratory Testing, Office Applications, Pharmaceutical Biology, Process Improvements, Project Delivery, Project Documentation, Project Management, Proper Documentation, Reporting and Analysis, Technical Support {+ 2 more}
Preferred Skills:
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Employee Status:
Intern/Co-op (Fixed Term)
Relocation:
No relocation
VISA Sponsorship:
No
Travel Requirements:
No Travel Required
Flexible Work Arrangements:
Not Applicable
Shift:
Not Indicated
Valid Driving License:
No
Hazardous Material(s):
N/A
Job Posting End Date:
09/16/2026
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