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Karen Shiel
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R&D Scientist (Microbiology)


Reference:KS/AIOF-256811 Location: Wexford
Qualification:MastersExperience:1-2 Years
Job Type:PermanentSalary: Not Disclosed

R&D Scientist (Microbiology)

Our client is a world leading supplier of biosecurity & infection control products for the past 50 years. Their dedication to Innovation has been a driving force behind this success. With approx. 1,700 employees across 120 countries, they are committed to driving a significant health impact globally. They are saving lives by improving access to safe drinking water with innovative, cost-effective products. One of their main products is used to disinfect 30 billion litres of water annually.

They are currently seeking a Microbiologist to join an established R&D team that is based in a modern Micro lab that was constructed in 2019 located in their manufacturing facility in Wexford. It’s an excellent opportunity to join an R&D team with established projects underway in the discovery of new disinfection technologies. The ideal person shall have a minimum of a master’s in microbiology with 1-2 years industry experience from preferably the Food/Beverage Sector. They will also consider applicants coming from a Pharma/Med Device Micro background.

Role/Responsibilities:

  • Overall responsibility for the S2 Microbiology laboratory and work conducted therein, ensuring the highest safety standards
  • Supervision of Microbiology staff and R&D technicians & work planning
  • Function as the microbiological expert for our clients Wexford site, contributing to the research & development of new products
  • Project management of both Microbiology and R&D projects
  • Provide microbiological & technical support to Sales, Marketing & Customer Relations teams
  • Manage efficacy testing for products manufactured on site
  • Responsibility for scheduling, organising, executing and documenting R&D product development projects and other associated activities.
  • Contribution of new ideas for research, development and analysis of new and existing products.
  • Actively pursue collaborations in academia and other relevant industry and professional networks.
  • Support customer training in person and virtually e.g. through webinars
  • Attend and or present at exhibitions and conferences
  • To liaise with internal departments to provide support and advice for product developments and validation. This would include for example: Advice on monitoring laboratory or field studies, Feedback on the stage of progress of current projects, Competitor product evaluations, Technical assessment of new sources of raw materials
  • To search for and collate testing data from academic literature and other sources.
  • To revise and maintain data within technical reports.
  • To assist with writing product claims and marketing literature.
  • To carry out experiments and trial within Microbiology lab, R&D Lab and in field when needed.
  • To maintain and develop R&D administrative systems.
  • To cooperate with auditors internal and external and to respond to any resulting audit reports.
  • To conform to Company and other regulatory requirements with respect to cGMP, health & safety, etc.
  • Engage continually in developing World Class practices while driving out costs, waste (both time and materials) and inefficiencies.
  • Develop a precise understanding of the competitive set micro-biological efficacy comparison and advise best actions.
  • Support of product registrations, particularly in relation to microbiology support
  • Engage with the wider group on R&D and microbiology topics
  • Work to ensure highest level of teamwork and cooperation between departments at all times
  • Assisting in the maintenance of Good Manufacturing Practice throughout the factory.
  • Experimental design, planning and execution
  • Liaison with QA, Production and Marketing
  • Implementation of new methods and method development
  • Review & approval of product artwork
  • Assist with R&D tax credit applications
  • Assist with writing product claims and marketing literature
  • Carry out of responsibilities in accordance with the Company’s policies and local laws
  • Alignment with company values: Transparency, sharing, proficiency, foresight
Education/Experience:
  • Minimum MSc/PhD in microbiology or related discipline
  • 1-2 years’ work experience within food/pharmaceutical/medical device or microbiological industries desirable
  • Strong communication, writing, problem-solving skills & project management
  • Proficient in use of MS Office packages
  • Self-motivated, accuracy and attention to detail required
  • High level of ownership required with the ability to work as part of a global team
  • Must be available to be on site in Wexford lab/office full time
For further details please contact Karen Shiel on 087 745 2487 or send CV in confidence to [email protected]