Would you be motivated by the prospect of joining the international headquarters for a team that plays an integral role in the diagnosis of infectious diseases? Are you an experienced Scientist with a strong molecular and biochemical background? Are you looking for a new opportunity with a global healthcare company that develops, manufactures and sells a wide range of medical devices and diagnostic tools? You could be the perfect candidate for this opportunity! Don't hesitate, apply today! Job Description Our client based in Galway is seeking an experienced R&D Scientist to join their team. This qualified and motivated person will join a dynamic R&D team and will support studies to design and screen novel biologics for immunoassay development. The successful candidate will analyse data from multiple experiments, formulate conclusions, and determine future experiments. The successful candidate must have strong analytical and quantitative skills, excellent oral and written communication skills, and a track record of successful independent and collaborative research. Key Responsibilities:Project Management: Manage product and process improvements independently using established principles and proceduresProduct Development lifecycle: Apply advanced scientific knowledge to projects. Conceive / design / plan / coordinate advanced independent and collaborative studies required for immunoassay development. Complete internal projects, investigations, and literature reviews independently across R&D projects. Optimize assay conditions, improve product design and related processes and procedures, and troubleshoot technical issuesProduct and Process Improvements: Proactively investigates and supports in addressing technical investigations and process improvements in NPI lifecycle. May perform or support test and process method modifications. Recognize adverse trends and emerging issues. Propose and implement solutions to issuesDesign control and risk management: By standard practice independently develops, and maintains risk management files and organizes data for risk management evaluation and decisionsProblem solving and investigations: Manage investigations, identify root cause and drive to resolution with minimal supervision. Applies information and methods for problem solving. Arrives at timely conclusions and proposes next steps. Capable of resolving recurrent problems. Thinking is guided by standard practice/precedent. Provides audit inputs and support as requiredTechnical Documentation: Draft and submit defined procedures, to perform testing and data analysis in support of product development lifecycle and root cause investigationsSharing Knowledge: Presents technical information to management and may present externally to customers. Shares knowledge and expertise with others in work group. Mentors or teaches others to facilitate timely resolution of product and process technical issues. Develops and maintains internal and external customer contacts to maintain technical knowledge as required to accomplish objectives. Collaborate closely with functional areas such as Quality, Design Assurance, Manufacturing and Regulatory to support product design. Develop and maintain relationships with third level institutions, engineering test labs, key suppliers and appropriate consulting work providersSafety & Quality Compliance: Understand and consistently follow documented procedures. Actively participate in routine maintenance, lab safety and auditsResults Orientated: Maintains a high level of professional expertise by staying current with scientific and industry literature, technologies and products. Requirements:Assay development and biologics experience with a strong Molecular and Biochemical backgroundSkill in optimizing assay design and conditions, including DOE optimization where appropriateExperience working with patient samples and sample management proceduresExpertise in design and optimization of serological diagnostic tests is a plusWilling to take on new and challenging assignments and to implement new ideas or alternative solutionsCapable of adjusting to dynamic working environment and changing priorities, and of ensuring timely completion of assigned tasksExperience in antibody development and biologics screening assays would be an advantageKnowledge of regulatory standards and guidelines particularly in the diagnostics industry is desirableAdvanced skills in statistical analysisStrong analytical and quantitative skillsExcellent problem solving methodologyProficiency in technical writingEffective at building strong cross functional relationships with key stakeholdersRelevant 3rd level qualification in scientific and/or technical field or relevant combination of education and experience2 or more years' work experience and advanced degree is desirable. BenefitsCompetitive and attractive employee compensation packagePension contributionsHealth insurancePaid public holidays Location: Galway, Ireland