Experienced Scientist Full-time

Experienced Scientist, Biotherapeutics R&D

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity.

We are searching for the best talent for an Experienced Scientist, Biotherapeutics R&D to be located in Ringaskiddy, Cork, Ireland (Flex working: 3 days per week onsite required).

Purpose:

We are seeking an Experienced Scientist to support Biotherapeutics R&D development programs and analytical development activities in TDS AD Cork Separation Sciences. This role will contribute to the execution of biotherapeutic projects, analytical testing, method transfer and validation, and laboratory operations in a GMP environment, while partnering across functions to deliver high-quality, efficient, and compliant outcomes.

You Will Be Responsible For:

• Performing routine and non-routine analytical testing activities in line with laboratory methods and procedures
• Reviewing laboratory test results, where appropriate, and ensuring testing and approvals are completed within agreed turnaround times
• Identifying result trends and escalating non-conformances or deviations promptly to the team lead
• Supporting the execution of Biotherapeutics R&D projects and development programs as a developing individual contributor
• Supporting method transfer and validation activities to ensure methods meet applicable ICH, CFR, USP, and EP guidelines
• Initiating and supporting non conformances, contributing analysis, and providing information to enable effective CAPA implementation
• Executing validation, operation, maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting of laboratory equipment and associated software
• Supporting execution and review of IQ, OQ, and PQ protocols to ensure equipment is qualified for cGMP use
• Ensuring laboratory instruments and equipment are maintained through calibration and preventive maintenance programmes
• Writing and reviewing laboratory documents, including technical methods, SOPs, work instructions, protocols, and technical reports as relevant
• Recommending improvements to standard procedures and contributing to a continuous improvement culture within R&D
• Maintaining training compliance and performing tasks only after completion of required training on current effective procedures
• Supporting audit readiness and general laboratory support activities as required
• Contributing as an active member of the team, communicating relevant issues to leadership, and assisting with broader group activities as needed
• Coaching more junior colleagues in techniques, processes, and responsibilities
• Applying Johnson & Johnson's Credo and Leadership Imperatives in day-to-day interactions and decision-making

Education and Experience Requirements:

• A Bachelor's, Master's, or advanced degree in a scientific or technical discipline is required
• Typically requires 2 to 4 years of experience in a laboratory testing, analytical development, biologics, or pharmaceutical environment
• Experience performing progressively advanced responsibilities at Scientist level is preferred
• Knowledge of FDA, EMA, and other applicable regulatory requirements relevant to biologics and/or pharmaceuticals is required
• Experience in GMP or cGMP laboratory environments, including analytical testing, method transfer and validation is required
• Demonstrated knowledge of scientific theories, principles, and techniques used in biological or pharmaceutical analytical test procedures is required
• Strong written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively across functions are required
• Commutability to Ringaskiddy, Cork is essential

Preferred Experience & Skills

• Experience in Separation Sciences or analytical development within a biopharmaceutical or biologics setting
• Experience supporting non-conformances, investigations, deviations, and CAPA activities
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, including Outlook, Excel, Word, and PowerPoint
• Strong collaboration, problem-solving, and attention to detail
• Ability to influence, coach, and build productive working relationships across a diverse organisation
• Adaptability, sound judgement, and a continuous improvement mindset
• Commitment to integrity, inclusion, and the highest standards of ethical behaviour

Benefits:

We offer a competitive salary and extensive benefits package. The health and well-being of our employees is a priority, we have a flexible working environment as we value work-life balance. We offer career development opportunities for those who want to grow and be part of our organization.

Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any other characteristic protected by law.

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform important job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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