Fergal Sherlock
About Fergal Sherlock
Fergal Sherlock is the Upstream Tech Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb with extensive experience in bioprocessing and pharmaceutical production.
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Fergal Sherlock currently holds the position of Upstream Tech Lead at Bristol-Myers Squibb. In this role, he acts as the first point of contact for Bioprocess Associates (BPA) for on-floor issues in the upstream area, leads manufacturing meetings, performs interviews for new hires, and covers shift manager duties during annual leave periods.
Professional Experience
Fergal Sherlock has a comprehensive background in biopharmaceutical production roles. His tenure at Bristol-Myers Squibb includes positions such as Manufacturing Scientist/Engineer, Bioprocess Associate (Upstream), and now Upstream Tech Lead. Sherlock's experience also extends to Regeneron Pharmaceuticals, Inc. where he worked as a Biotech Production Specialist II, and AbbVie as a Pharmaceutical Technician. He has additionally held roles at Elanco Animal Health as a Production Technician and Production Assistant, and at Fort Dodge Animal Health as a Production Operative.
Education and Certification
Fergal Sherlock has pursued multiple academic and certification programs that have equipped him with a solid foundation in biopharmaceutical sciences and industry-specific skills. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Biopharmaceutical Science and a Higher Certificate in Science in Good Manufacturing Practice from the Institute of Technology, Sligo. He has also completed a Level 7 Certificate in Bioprocess Engineering, and earned various other certificates in Upstream Bioprocessing, Aseptic Operations in BSC, Delta V automation, and Introduction to Lean Sigma.
Technical Expertise
Fergal Sherlock is well-versed in setting up and operating single-use and stainless steel bioreactors. He is responsible for troubleshooting equipment and automation issues, training team members, and ensuring team performance metrics are met. Sherlock also manages CIP (Clean-In-Place) and SIP (Sterilize-In-Place) processes for bioreactors and media vessels, and conducts sampling of shake flasks, wave units, SUBs, bioreactors, and media vessels. He participates in facility start-up, commissioning, and validation activities, serving as the subject matter expert for upstream areas and SAP.