Job Title: Scientist II FSR 
Location: Dunboyne, Co Meath 
Job Type: Contract 

Role Overview: Scientist II plays a pivotal role in advancing biologics manufacturing capability through innovative laboratory work, technical leadership, and cross-functional collaboration. This opportunity offers a dynamic and rewarding environment for passionate scientists seeking career growth and professional excellence.

• Plan and execute analytical testing to support upstream and downstream processing (USP-DSP) scale-down model establishment, satellite runs, and continuous improvement studies within the MS&T Bioprocess Laboratory.

• Conduct downstream processing laboratory studies, including chromatography runs and filter assessments.

• Support the transfer of analytical methods into the MS&T laboratory environment.

• Provide expert analytical support across site operations and the broader network, offering insights into non-routine analysis and troubleshooting activities.

• Design and execute experiments, performing data analysis and interpretation with scientific rigour.

• Author and review standard operating procedures (SOPs) and technical reports to uphold documentation excellence.

• Actively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across MS&T, quality, analytics, and regulatory functions to drive process improvements and resolve technical challenges.

• Apply Lean Six Sigma and Change Management methodologies within the Analytical Sciences group, fostering a culture of problem-solving and continuous improvement.

• Lead risk assessment initiatives (e.g., FMEA projects), promoting visibility of issues and proactive resolution strategies.

• Represent MS&T during internal audits and external inspections, providing technical leadership and assurance of compliance.

• Collaborate with global technical teams, development organisations, and external manufacturing partners to align strategies and share best practices.

• Mentor and coach colleagues, offering fresh perspectives on existing solutions and championing a mindset of continuous learning and innovation.

• Support product robustness monitoring activities and lead technical investigations when necessary. 
  
  
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  For further information on this role please contact Hannah Talbot 
  Phone: 086 107 0950
  Email: engineering@hero.ie

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