AbbVie: Supervisor, QC Bioassay — Westport, MO, Ireland

About AbbVie

AbbVie is a biopharmaceutical business focused on discovering and delivering medicines and related health solutions. Its employer introduction identifies immunology, oncology and neuroscience among its therapeutic areas, alongside the Allergan Aesthetics portfolio. The organisation's stated mission connects current health problems with the development of treatments for future medical needs. Its activities therefore have both scientific and product-delivery dimensions, with different functions supporting research, medicines and services within the named therapeutic and aesthetics areas.

The position and its setting

AbbVie lists Supervisor, QC Bioassay in Westport, MO, Ireland, under reference R00152701. The details below separate the work described by the employer from essential conditions, preferred experience and practical preparation advice.

• Employment type: Full-time
• Employer listing date: 23 October 2026
• Brands: AbbVie

Responsibilities and work described

• The QC Bioassay commercial department requires highly skilled personnel to fulfil several critical tasks
• The role is responsible for the oversight and operation of the lab
• Activities of the group include Cell Based Potency Assay (CBPA) and ELISA testing of commercial products manufactured within the AbbVie network
• The group is responsible for release and stability testing of commercial products and supporting commercial process changes
• The Supervisor ensures delivery of batch release targets which feed into overall plant performance metrics
• Outside of routine scheduling, the role entails interfacing with multiple departments within the AbbVie Westport site, in addition to corporate colleagues, and being able to facilitate ad hoc requests for data management/review
• Be responsible for chairing and running daily Tier 1 meetings, scheduling ancillary laboratory duties including critical reagent screening/qualifications, laboratory housekeeping, review of paperwork and procedural updates where required
• The Supervisor of the lab is also responsible for personnel development, talent management and succession planning of their team
• Delivery: motivation to the team and take appropriate corrective action on individual/team performance where required through effective communication
• Hold performance meetings according to company policy
• Take an active role in the recruitment of team members
• Update Kronos and take appropriate action where an individual's attendance/timekeeping is below the expected standard
• Actively participate in the training and certification of new employees
• Quality / delivery: all activities are completed in line with regulatory (QA and EHS) and corporate requirements
• Maintenance: capacity in line with business needs, including the recruitment of staff, and ensure any constraints are managed appropriately
• Coach and develop Analytical Technology Specialists to support the company's succession planning and Individual Development Plans (IDPs)

Essential requirements and candidate background

• Experience working in a laboratory setting of 5+ years
• Knowledge: biologics manufacturing, bioassays, biostatistics and experience within a GMP testing laboratory
• Clear understanding of working within a regulated environment
• Conflict handling skills
• Clear communication skills required
• Good organizational skills and interpersonal skills required
• Willingness to up-skill and collaborate
• Support priority projects to meet timelines

Location, schedule and contract conditions

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• Work arrangement: On-site
• Advertised location: Westport, MO, Ireland

Employer details to confirm

• The employer’s seniority category and its stated experience requirements do not agree. Follow the role-specific requirements above rather than assuming this is a fresher opening.

Pay and application dates

A verified salary figure is not established in this article. An online estimate for another Supervisor, QC Bioassay vacancy is not an offer for reference R00152701; use the employer’s own pay disclosure and recruitment communication.

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How to apply to AbbVie

Applications follow the official employer page linked below.

Open the official AbbVie posting below and match the title and reference R00152701.

Compare your qualifications and experience with the essential conditions for the Westport, MO, Ireland position, then read the preferred criteria separately.

Prepare an accurate CV and the supporting items requested in that employer’s application. Provide only information and documents you are authorised to share.

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Practical preparation: ELISA

For ELISA, describe the assay context, your contribution and the way a run or result was checked. Sample preparation, controls, analysis and documentation may sit with different team members.

Relevant skills

• ELISA
• GMP
• laboratory testing
• microbiology
• chemistry
• assay development
• recruitment
• training
• housekeeping
• manufacturing