Sandra Tormey Hellen
About Sandra Tormey Hellen
Sandra Tormey Hellen is the Director of QC at Alkermes in Athlone, Leinster, Ireland, with over 18 years of experience in laboratory management and leadership roles.
Company: Alkermes
Sandra Tormey Hellen is currently employed at Alkermes, a prominent biopharmaceutical company, where she holds the position of Director of Quality Control (QC). Alkermes operates in Athlone, Leinster, Ireland, where Sandra contributes to ensuring quality control processes within the company's laboratories and manufacturing units.
Title: Director QC
As Director of Quality Control at Alkermes, Sandra Tormey Hellen oversees the implementation and management of quality assurance protocols to maintain the highest standards in biopharmaceutical production. Her role includes supervising QC activities, leading a team of professionals, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements.
Education and Expertise
Sandra Tormey Hellen has a robust educational background in science and quality management. She holds a Master of Science (MSc) in Pharmaceutical Sciences from Trinity College, Dublin (2001-2003) and a Bachelor of Science (BSc) in Biotechnology from Dublin City University (1991-1997). Additionally, she is certified as a Six Sigma Green Belt by the American Society of Quality (2013), which has equipped her with proficiency in utilizing Six Sigma tools and Lean labs to enhance laboratory efficiency.
Background in Quality Control
Sandra has accumulated over 18 years of experience in laboratory management and leadership roles. Her career includes significant tenures at several renowned companies. She served as Senior Group Leader - Biopharmaceutical at PPD (2014-2018), QC Team Leader at Bioclin Research Laboratories (2013-2014), and QC Laboratory Supervisor at Pfizer in Ringaskiddy, Cork (2006-2012). Her early career also includes roles at Elan Pharmaceuticals and GeneMedix plc, where she honed her expertise in QC and analytical chemistry.
Professional Skills and Attributes
Known for her determined and results-driven approach, Sandra Tormey Hellen excels in leadership, planning, and organizational tasks. She effectively motivates her team through strong communication and interpersonal skills, leading by example to achieve targets. Sandra's proactive collaboration with team members underscores her commitment to achieving company goals, making her a valuable leader in her field.