Katie Lawlor
About Katie Lawlor
Katie Lawlor is a Quality Control Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Dublin, Ireland, with a background in microbiology, raw materials analysis, and customer service.
Current Role at Bristol Myers Squibb
Katie Lawlor currently works as a Quality Control Specialist at Bristol Myers Squibb in Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland. She began this role in April 2021. Her responsibilities include ensuring the quality of the products by performing various quality control checks and analyses. Her expertise in both microbiology and raw materials analysis supports her in maintaining the high standards required in the pharmaceutical industry.
Previous Experience in Quality Control and Microbiology
Before taking on her current role, Katie Lawlor held multiple roles at Bristol Myers Squibb. From 2019 to 2021, she was a QC Microbiology Analyst, where she focused on microbiological testing and analyses. Prior to that, she spent five months in 2018 as a Quality Control Analyst, performing various quality control tasks. Her experience in both roles has equipped her with extensive knowledge in quality control processes and microbiology.
Early Career and Research Experience
Katie Lawlor's early career includes a stint as a Laboratory Assistant at Teagasc in Johnstown, Wexford, in 2017. During this time, she participated in scientific research projects, contributing to the advancement of studies in her field. This role provided her with hands-on experience in a research lab, which later benefited her work in the pharmaceutical industry.
Customer Service Skills from Retail Experience
Katie Lawlor has a background in customer service from her time working as a Shop Assistant at Drinagh Motors in County Wexford, Ireland. She held this position from 2016 to 2017, where she developed strong customer service skills that complement her technical expertise. This experience has helped her in understanding client needs and improving her communication skills within a professional environment.
Educational Background in Analytical Science
Katie Lawlor studied Analytical Science at Dublin City University, where she spent four years from 2015 to 2019. Her education provided her with a solid foundation in analytical methodologies, scientific principles, and laboratory techniques. This academic background has been crucial in supporting her roles in quality control and microbiology within the pharmaceutical industry.