Ollie Rooney
I have a scientific background with a BSc and PhD in chemistry, both from NUI, Galway. My industry experience began in chemical process development and technical services in the Active Pharmaceutical Ingredient (API) industry. I have also worked in validation, production, quality control and quality assurance, including supervisory roles. My current role is in validation support for Zoetis, a biopharma veterinary manufacturer in Tullamore, Co Offaly. I am also completing Semester 3 of the Level 8 Higher Diploma in Biopharmaceutical and Medical Device Manufacturing with Innopharma Education. My main interests are in sport and music, particularly golf and Galway GAA.
Marcela Amadeu
I was born and raised in Brazil, where I got my Bachelor's Degree in Pharmaceutical Science from the University of Campinas (Sao Paulo). I started my professional journey in the Cosmetic/Beauty Industry in Brazil, as a Regulatory Affairs Analyst at Natura Cosmetics, where I stayed almost 3 years.
In 2015 I decided to go to Sydney - Australia, to have an overseas life experience. I stayed 5 years there, studying Marketing and Business, and working in the Hospitality Industry.
In 2020 I planned to leave Australia and move to Ireland. I reached Dublin in September 2020.
In March 2021 I got into the Innopharma Validation Program. I am currently working at Amgen Dun Laoghaire since October 2021, as a Validation Engineer, providing support to the Equipment Qualification area, working mainly with HVAC requalification’s.
On my free time I like going for outdoor walks, I try to go to the gym a few days a week, love reading and meeting friends.
Eimear Conway
Hi everyone, my name is Eimear Conway! I completed the Validation Engineering course with Innopharma in October of this year and just recently started working in Pfizer Newbridge in packaging technology, focusing specifically on cleaning validation at the moment!
Prior to that, I completed an undergrad in Environmental Science in May this year. While in college I had several part-time jobs such as waitressing, retail admin and farm work.
In my spare time I enjoy playing sports, particularly Gaelic which I play with my local team, St. Maurs.
Livia Vasconcelos
My name is Lívia Vasconcelos, and I am a Technology Transfer Lead (Jr) in Amgen. I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Pharmacy from University Federal Fluminense (UFF) in Brazil and am currently doing a Masters in Pharmaceutical Business and Technology with Innopharma/Griffith College.
I completed the 16th validation programme with Innopharma Technical Services in 2021 with previous work experience in laboratory, hospital pharmacy and community pharmacy. I am passionate about cycling and swimming in my free time
Lauren Fehily
I recently graduated from UCD with a BSc in Microbiology. I went on to complete the QC programme with Innopharma and enjoyed every minute of it. I am delighted to have begun my role as a QC Analyst with Viatris. I’m looking forward to gaining experience and learning lots! Outside of the lab I am an avid equestrian and have done show jumping for many years. It’s something I love to do for fun and hope to do for many years.
Karla Rodrigues
My name is Karla Rodriguez, I have joined Amgen in an Operations Lead role for NPI’s. I hold a Batchelors degree in Biomedical Engineering from UNITEC, University, in my native Honduras, and an MSc in Pharmaceutical Business and Technology from Innopharma/Griffith College. I have 4 years’ experience managing and servicing hospital equipment, initially as a Field Service Engineer for 1 year before being promoted to Field Service Manager. I am very excited to be part of the Innopharma technology team and to be able through my work to contribute to the improvement of patients' lives.