Continuous Product Improvement Scientist

On behalf of our client, a global diagnostics company, we are currently recruiting for a

Continuous Product Improvement Scientist within the CPI group. This is a permanent, full-time position predominantly site based in South Dublin/North Wicklow area. The role reports to Head of CPI Projects.

Purpose of job

To work in the Continuous Product Improvement (CPI) group for coagulation diagnostic products or other product lines as required.

This position will be largely project based and will entail a high degree of autonomy and initiative.

All duties performed in a regulated environment where knowledge and adherence to Standard Operating Procedures within the Quality System required.

Essential responsibilities

· Conduct scientific studies. Analyze data and processes; develop, characterise and make formal recommendations.

· Plan and execute experiments using design of experiment techniques

· Reengineer existing processes or test methods to adapt to changes in market, business, and/or regulatory requirements.

· Work within cross functional teams to identify key project/process or performance attributes and opportunities for product and process improvements.

· Coordinate and lead technical root cause investigations.

· Cooperate with other functional areas and groups within the company to achieve robust product supply

· Participate in product transfer activities

· Work constructively with team members from R&D, Marketing, Operations, Quality Assurance, Technical Support, Clinical Affairs, Customer Service, and Finance.

· Work constructively with team members multi-site projects

· Communicate progress on a frequent basis. Communication will require the successful candidate to present project updates to the relevant stakeholders.

Qualifications

• An advanced life science degree.
• Laboratory experience in biological sciences required
• Demonstrated competence in biochemical techniques and statistical concepts.
• Experience working on projects and/or project management would be beneficial
• Experience in the field of Coagulation/ IVD industrial experience would be advantageous, minimum 2 years recommended.

Skills and Behaviours

• Ability to read, analyse, and interpret technical data, and technical procedures.
• Ability to prepare and deliver PowerPoint presentations.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions.
• Shows good attention to detail and is an active learner.
• Self motivated, with a strong work ethic and the ability to work with a sense of urgency.
• Demonstrates a willingness and ability to collaborate with and influence other groups in a positive, team‑based environment.

Language Skills:

• Fluent English both written and oral

For full details contact Linda at or email your CV to . Thornshaw Scientific is a division of the CPL Group