Astellas Pharma Posted September 23, 2026

QC Co-op Student (Co. Kerry, IE)

Co. Kerry, Ireland Type not listed
Quality Intern/Fellow/Postdoc
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About this opportunity

About Astellas

Astellas is a global life sciences company committed to turning innovative science into VALUE for patients. We provide transformative therapies in disease areas that include oncology, ophthalmology, urology, immunology and women's health. Through our research and development programs, we are pioneering new healthcare solutions for diseases with high unmet medical need.  Learn more at Astellas.com .

Are you driven to make a real difference in the lives of patients? 

We're seeking passionate individuals who thrive in dynamic environments, embrace new ideas, and aren't afraid to take intelligent risks. People who act with unwavering integrity and are deeply committed to making a tangible impact.

Working Environment and Location

This is a student placement position.

Position is based in Kilorglin, Ireland and requires you to be 100% on site / in the office.

Must be in 3rd year of relevant level 7 course

Purpose and Scope

The main function of this position is providing assistance/support to QC area(s).

Role and Responsibilities

General lab duties:

Preparation of: instruments for analysis, logbook records, analytical glassware.

Assistance with cleaning of glassware, disposal of completed analysis.

Use of Word, Excel as required for reporting purposes.

Participation in on-going projects where required

All laboratory duties are required to be carried out in accordance with GMP and Safety procedures.

Essential Qualifications

Studying for a Bachelor's Degree in a Science/Engineering or equivalent discipline.

Benefits

Careers | Astellas

Why Astellas

Global collaboration: Become part of a connected global business of like-minded life science leaders, all dedicated to improving patients' lives worldwide.

Real-world patient impact: Contribute to transformative therapies that reach patients around the world, knowing your work makes a difference every day.

Relentless Innovation: Join a company at the forefront of scientific breakthroughs, where you'll have the opportunity to shape the future of healthcare.

A Culture of Growth: Chart your own course within a supportive environment that values your contributions, champions your development, and empowers you to pursue your passions.

Our Organisational Values and Behaviours

Integrity

Innovation

Impact

One Astellas

Accountability

Courage

Sense of Urgency

Outcome Focus

Skills and Capabilities

Organizational Focus

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We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Job details

Seniority
Intern/Fellow/Postdoc
Function
Quality
Therapeutic area
Not listed
Location
Co. Kerry, Ireland
Employment type
Not listed

How this role compares

Computed from every other active Quality role in our database, not just this employer's listings.

We currently track 102 comparable Intern/Fellow/Postdoc Quality roles across 31 biopharma companies.

102Comparable roles tracked
94Currently active
31Companies hiring similar roles
15Countries represented

Salary context

13 of 102 peers report a salary range (USD, annualized)

Peers share this role's job function and a matching or adjacent seniority level -- not necessarily the same therapeutic area or country.

This roleSubject Not listed on this posting
Lowest disclosed · Quality Associate Scientist · Merck KGaA $25/hr – $39/hr (≈ $52,000–$81,120/yr)
Highest disclosed · Advisor, Physicochemical Properties and Compound Quality · Lilly $126,000/yr – $204,600/yr
Peer group range $66,560 – $165,300 (median $82,050)

Where these roles are based

Top locations among the 102 comparable roles

United States35
Germany18
France12
Switzerland9
Netherlands5
China4

+ 9 more countries

Seniority mix

102 of 102 peers have a known seniority level

Intern/Fellow/Postdoc59
Associate43

Therapeutic area mix

0 of 102 peers have a known therapeutic area; the rest are genuinely unlabeled, not hidden

No peers with a known therapeutic area yet.

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How we calculate "similar"

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Every comparison starts from the same 100-point budget: 25 for working in the same function, 40 for the same therapeutic area, 20 for the same or adjacent seniority, 15 for the same country. A dimension we can't confirm on both sides contributes nothing, never a guess, never a free pass.

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