Christine Lawlor
About Christine Lawlor
Christine Lawlor is the Associate Director within Analytical Development at Alkermes in Athlone, Ireland, where she also serves as Laboratory Manager and Supervisor within R&D.
Current Roles at Alkermes
Christine Lawlor currently holds multiple positions at Alkermes in Athlone, Ireland. She is the Associate Director within Analytical Development, Laboratory Manager, and Laboratory Supervisor within the Research and Development (R&D) department. In these roles, she manages day-to-day laboratory activities such as routine drug product testing, analytical method validation, and stability studies. She oversees a team of analysts with diverse experience levels, ensuring quality and efficiency across all laboratory operations.
Previous Experience at Elan Pharmaceuticals
Christine Lawlor worked at Elan Pharmaceuticals, now known as Alkermes, for an extensive period. From 2002 to 2011, she served as a Laboratory Supervisor. She extended her tenure within Analytical Development, holding the position for a total of 12 years, until 2014. Her roles involved managing lab operations and supervising staff, providing her with substantial experience in laboratory management and analytical development.
Educational Background in Biotechnology
Christine Lawlor holds a Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology from Athlone Institute of Technology. Additionally, she furthered her education at Dublin Institute of Technology. Her academic background in biotechnology has equipped her with a robust foundation in scientific principles and techniques, which she applies in her various professional roles.
Team Management and Quality Assurance
In her leadership roles, Christine Lawlor is responsible for managing a team of analysts with varying levels of experience, including some with Science-based PhDs and over 20 years of experience. She reviews laboratory documentation such as deviations, investigations, SOPs, method validation protocols, and equipment qualifications. Christine also represents the analytical development group on multiple teams and is responsible for maintaining the group's Quality KPIs. Annual group reviews are conducted under her supervision to align with project and company goals, and she assists in the professional development of team members.
Involvement in Operational Excellence and Method Validation
Christine Lawlor is actively involved in site Operational Excellence (OE) activities, implementing these practices within her department to optimize performance and efficiency. She is also a member of the in-house method validation group for cleaning methods. In this role, she conducts method development and subsequent method validation to support all cleaning validation activities, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards in laboratory practices.