Darragh Feeney
About Darragh Feeney
Professional Experience
Darragh Feeney is currently employed as a Cleaning Validation Engineer at Bristol-Myers Squibb. In this role, he is involved in the development of cleaning protocols and everyday verification sampling studies for various vessels in both upstream and downstream departments. Before joining Bristol-Myers Squibb, he worked as a Cleaning Validation Specialist at Mallinckrodt Pharmaceuticals from 2018 to 2019. He also has considerable experience in non-pharmaceutical roles, having worked at Primark as a Night Shift Worker and Sales Assistant, and at Clarks as a Stockroom Team Leader.
Educational Background
Darragh Feeney has a comprehensive educational background in pharmaceutical sciences and related fields. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Chemistry and Pharmaceuticals from Dublin City University. He earned a Postgraduate Diploma in Validation from Technological University Dublin and studied Biopharmaceuticals at IT Sligo, achieving a Level 9 postgraduate qualification. Additionally, he has completed workshops in both upstream and downstream bioprocessing at NIBRT.
Specialized Training and Certifications
Darragh Feeney has undertaken specialized training that enhances his expertise in the pharmaceutical industry. He achieved a Six Sigma Green Belt and a certificate in Lean Sigma Quality from IT Sligo. He also participated in extensive bioprocessing workshops at NIBRT, focusing on both upstream and downstream processes. Currently, he is pursuing a postgraduate certificate in process validation, further solidifying his qualifications in cleaning validation.
Technical Expertise
Darragh Feeney possesses extensive experience in both manual and automated cleaning processes within the pharmaceutical industry. He has a strong understanding of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practice) and GDP (Good Distribution Practice) regulations, which is crucial for ensuring compliance and quality within pharmaceutical operations. Furthermore, he is proficient in using LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) for managing cleaning sampling data.
Previous Roles
Throughout his career, Darragh Feeney has held various positions that have contributed to his diverse skill set. He worked as a Lab Assistant at the Royal College of Surgeons in Ireland for five months in 2016. His experience in retail includes roles at Primark on Mary Street in Dublin and a six-year stint as a Stockroom Team Leader at Clarks in Dublin. These roles have provided him with a well-rounded understanding of different industries and work environments.