Julian Toner
Glanmire, Cork,Ireland
Summary
Results-driven QC Laboratory Specialist with extensive experience in HPLC testing, and a strong background in pharmaceutical and nutritional sciences. Seeking a challenging role to leverage my analytical skills, laboratory expertise, and commitment to quality within a dynamic organization like Johnson & Johnson.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Quality and Laboratory Specialist
BluePoint Pharmaceutical Laboratories
Little Island, Co. Cork
02.2024 - Current
- Conducted routine quality control testing of finished pharmaceutical products using HPLC and other analytical techniques, ensuring compliance with cGMP regulations.
- Supported the regulatory requirements of finished products, contributing to method development and validation activities.
- Managed the Exception Program for finished products, investigating quality issues and recommending corrective actions.
- Calibrated and maintained laboratory equipment, ensuring operational efficiency and compliance with GLP standards.
- Developed and implemented Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to ensure laboratory operations aligned with GMP and regulatory requirements.
- Assisted in the timely batch record reviews and the release of products according to the manufacturing schedule.
- Supported the document control system and ensured proper record retention for all QC-related activities.
- Monitored inventory levels of laboratory supplies and reordered when necessary.
- Assisted other scientists in performing complex research projects by providing technical assistance.
- Collaborated with other departments within the organization to ensure efficient completion of tasks.
- Managed hazardous waste disposal activities according to local laws and regulations.
Associate Scientist
Janssen Pharmaceuticals - Johnson & Johnson Sciences
Ringaskiddy, Cork
10.2023 - 02.2024
- Managed routine sample testing operations in a biotherapeutics lab, ensuring adherence to GMP standards and regulatory requirements
- Shipping Samples for analysis
- Utilizing laboratory software (LIMS, SAP, SDMS, Trackwise, Biovia)
- Conducting investigations for deviations and laboratory issues
- Independent writing/revision of SOPs and official documentation
- Working independently and as part of a team, completing projects and tasks
QC Chemistry Analyst
Eurofins
Little Island
06.2023 - 10.2023
- Handling and testing samples using various methods (HPLC, IC, UV/VIS SPEC, titrations)
- Adhering to health and safety regulations
- Logging samples and entering results into LIMS
- Maintained a clean and safe working environment in accordance with standard operating procedures.
- Maintaining accurate records of testing
- Participating in relevant training programs
- Upholding confidentiality
- Analyzed data from experiments and performed statistical calculations to determine results.
Quality Assistant
Clover Hill Food Ingredients
Millstreet
03.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducting daily GMP inspections
- Releasing products from quarantine using SAGE
- Creating certificates of conformity for customers
- Updating product specification sheets
- Gathering samples for microbiology testing
- Conducting environmental swabs for microbiology analysis
- Populating customer questionnaires and spreadsheets
- Conducting monthly audits
- Handling queries from sales representatives and customers
Education
BSc (Hons) - Nutritional Sciences
University College Cork
09-2023
Level 5 - Applied Biology, Food Health, and Nutrition | QQI, in Food Science and Laboratory Techniques
CSN Colaiste Stiofain Naofa College of Further Education
01.2018
ITEC Level 3 - Diploma in, Gym Instructor & Nutrition -
New Minds Fitness Academy
Cork01.2016
Leaving cert established -
St Brogans College
Bandon01.2012
Skills
- Chromatography
- Results interpretation
- Laboratory audit procedures
- Wet chemistry testing
- Laboratory equipment maintenance skills
- Laboratory techniques
- Chemical Handling
- Scientific Writing
- Laboratory Management
- Sample Preparation
- Experimental design
- Data Interpretation
- Laboratory safety protocols
- MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint, internet, and email
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Highly motivated, professional, and enthusiastic
- Strong teamwork and team-building
- Ability to work with new challenges and solve problems
- Leadership and organization skills
- Ability to work well under pressure with excellent attention to detail
- Strong relationship-building skills with colleagues, partner laboratories, and customers
- Chemistry
- LIMS
- Planning
Accomplishments
- Full Irish driving license
- Occupational first aid
- Garda Youth Award
- Manual handling
- Safe pass
- Winner of Dragon's Cave Invention Competition
- Basketball Player of the Year
- Published a personal poem in a book
- Barista course
- Road traffic signaling
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Quality and Laboratory Specialist
BluePoint Pharmaceutical Laboratories
02.2024 - Current
Associate Scientist
Janssen Pharmaceuticals - Johnson & Johnson Sciences
10.2023 - 02.2024
QC Chemistry Analyst
Eurofins
06.2023 - 10.2023
Quality Assistant
Clover Hill Food Ingredients
03.2022 - 09.2022
BSc (Hons) - Nutritional Sciences
University College Cork
Level 5 - Applied Biology, Food Health, and Nutrition | QQI, in Food Science and Laboratory Techniques
CSN Colaiste Stiofain Naofa College of Further Education
ITEC Level 3 - Diploma in, Gym Instructor & Nutrition -
New Minds Fitness Academy
Leaving cert established -
St Brogans College