Role Purpose:A fantastic opportunity now exists for a Research & Development Scientist to join our client's pharmaceutical site in Co. Waterford.The Scientist will participate in analytical and process development activities, writing protocols, data gathering, and analysis.The candidate will write protocols and reports.Candidate will analyse data and trends, correlations, response variables, DOE's etc. to better understand process interdependencies.They may also support process capability finalisation and process transfer to QC.The candidate will be interfacing with an internal cross functional team while working on these programs.Core Duties and Responsibilities:Perform chemical analysis using instrumental methods to determine the composition of samples.To ensure the correct application of laboratory methods and standards to perform visual, physical and chemical assessment.Develop and assess in-process testing competencies for engineering associates.Develop and validate laboratory test methods or equipment including maintenance of equipment and instrumentation.Develop or validate laboratory test methods or equipment to ensure reliability and accuracy of analytical results.Design, develop, conduct and/or review experiments to deliver new products; evaluate ingredient, or product safety.Conduct and support new product / method validations.Conduct and support new raw material method verifications.Identify through the validation process and through in process monitoring and trending, opportunities for process/productivity improvement and optimisation.Support new manufacturing processes and technologies.Support existing manufacturing processes, quality improvements and cost reductions.Ensure product quality and all tasks are in accordance with established SOPs, GMPs, Divisional Specifications, and EHS standards.Train junior personnel if required in analytical techniques.Develop, design and train manufacturing personnel in required operations.Work collaboratively with others to accomplish goalsSupport the Company Programmes and culture within the Company.Safeguard and protect all Company information and property.Education & Qualifications Required:Education: Level 8 degree in a scientific discipline with Chemistry as a major component.Experience: 1-5 years in laboratory experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment; Analytical Process / Product Development, and / or Quality Engineering setting.Hands-on experience and technical experience in a scientific or development environment a must. ISO-9000, GMP, medical device manufacturing experience a plus. Statistical analysis required within a development or manufacturing setting. Experience with high volume and / or high precision manufacturing a plus.Proficiency in chemical and instrumental analysis.Competent in chromatographic techniques for quantitative and qualitative analyses.Preferred knowledge of Organic and Polymer Chemistry.Special Skills: Computer Literacy with skills in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, plus MiniTab, JMP (or equivalent software). Operational knowledge of statistical techniques.Communication, Organisation, Report Writing, and Presentation skills desirable.Must be able to develop working relationships with various internal core competencies and work as a team member.Good negotiation and influencing skills.Problem solving skills.