Ben Whelan
About Ben Whelan
Ben Whelan is a QC Senior Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Ireland with a diverse background in quality control and laboratory work across multiple companies, including Viatris, Pfizer, and Niche Generics Limited.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Ben Whelan is currently employed as a QC Senior Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Ireland. In this role, he is responsible for ensuring the quality control of pharmaceutical products, utilizing his extensive experience in the field. His position involves rigorous testing and analysis to maintain the high standards required in the pharmaceutical industry. His expertise in quality control is supported by a diverse background in various related roles within the industry.
Previous Experience at Viatris
Before joining Bristol Myers Squibb, Ben Whelan worked as a Scientist in Device and Product Performance at Viatris. His tenure at Viatris lasted from 2022 to 2023, during which time he was based in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. At Viatris, Ben focused on evaluating the performance of medical devices and pharmaceutical products, applying his scientific knowledge to ensure product efficacy and safety.
Experience at Pfizer
From 2020 to 2022, Ben Whelan served as a Quality Control Analyst at Pfizer in Dublin, Ireland. During his two-year tenure, he was involved in various quality control processes, ensuring that Pfizer's products met stringent regulatory standards. His role at Pfizer provided him with significant experience in one of the world's leading pharmaceutical companies, further honing his skills in quality control and analysis.
Educational Background
Ben Whelan pursued his higher education at the Galway-Mayo Institute of Technology, where he studied Biology/Biological Sciences, General, and achieved a degree in Applied Biology and Biopharmaceutical Science from 2012 to 2016. This educational foundation equipped him with essential knowledge and skills in biology and biopharmaceutical science, forming the basis for his career in quality control within the pharmaceutical industry.
Early Career and Skills
Ben Whelan's career began with a role as a Laboratory Assistant in the Bacteriology Department at the Department of Agriculture in 2016. He then went on to work at Advanced Laboratory Testing as a Chemistry Technician/Quality Assistant Officer for three years. Additionally, his proficiency in Adobe Photoshop and strong public speaking skills are uncommon for a QC Senior Specialist, reflecting a versatile skill set that supports multi-disciplinary tasks and efficient project management.