Scientist

Orion Group Life Sciences are currently recruiting a Scientist (Biologics) on behalf of our Multinational Biopharmaceutical client based in Westport on an initial 12-month contract.

Job Summary:

Investigate, identify, develop, and optimize new methods and techniques to generate reliable and reproducible data in a timely manner. Read and adapt scientific literature to accomplish assignments and demonstrate broad and versatile technical expertise within discipline.

Joining the Product Development, Science & Technology (PDS&T) department. Working on a project to bring in a new method for Botox release, supporting validation activities and routine testing.

Responsibilities:

• Independently design and conduct critical experiments that further project goals.
• Implement and may innovate new experimental protocols/techniques.
• Understand the goal and maintain high proficiency in projects as well as the overall program.
• Interpret results and draw conclusions from own multistage experiments, note significant deviations, then suggest, design, and pursue relevant experiments.
• Understand relevant scientific literature and apply theoretical framework to solving problems within scientific discipline in a timely manner.
• Perform routine and complex tasks competently and independently and generate reliable and consistent results.
• Impact projects mostly through lab and/or pilot plant-based activities.
• Responsible for compliance with all applicable Corporate and Divisional policies and procedures.
• Understand and adhere to corporate standards regarding code of conduct, safety, appropriate handling of materials, controlled drug and radioactive compounds, GxP compliance, and animal care where applicable.

Qualifications:

• Life Sciences Bachelor’s Degree.
• Preferable: Life Sciences Master’s Degree.
• Preferable: 6 months’ industry experience but open to Master’s graduates in the relevant disciplines (e.g. cell culture).
• Experience working in a GMP regulated environment/pharma.
• Bioassay/Cell culture/ELISA experience.
• Theoretical and practical knowledge to carry out the job functions.