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We are currently looking for a Research Scientist to join our team in our award-winning business in Bray, Ireland. This position is based onsite.
Competitive salary
Benefits linked holidays
Contributory pension scheme
Life insurance
Share purchase scheme
Subsidised private medical cover
Cycle2Work scheme
Employee assistance programme
This role sits in the synthetic chemistry team within the Megazyme R&D group, and involves strong internal collaboration between the biochemistry and molecular biology teams. The research focus for the role is to contribute towards development of new analytical products for the food, beverage and related industries. Through the Neogen Innovation Research Driver (NIRD) program the role holder will have the opportunity to suggest a new product concept and if approved, help transform the idea from inception to commercial reality.
At Neogen, we partner with our customers to protect and enhance the world’s level of food and animal safety. By offering a diverse suite of solutions for the food, beverage, animal protein and agriculture industries, we empower our customers to safeguard their brands and create better products. We also have the privilege to partner with companies in the companion and performance animal industries, as well as the fields of life sciences and toxicology.
What you’ll be doing:
- Complete multidisciplinary R&D objectives/tasks within defined timeframes.
- Help to develop novel, economically viable, and scalable products.
- Operation and maintenance of analytical instruments (LC/IC systems).
- Contribute towards development and execution of experimental plans.
- Contribute to process transfer from R&D lab to kilolab for production at kg scale.
- Creation and review of SOPs and other relevant documents.
- Maintain excellent experimental records via electronic lab notebook.
- Maintain laboratory cleanliness, stock and associated H&S/5S duties.
- Contribute towards submissions to Neogen’s innovation program to support all R&D, process development and manufacturing projects.
- Update project stakeholders as required via presentations, written reports or project management platforms.
About you:
- Knowledge of analytical techniques such as HPLC/IC, TLC, NMR, GC/MS.
- Experience in operation of HPLC/IC systems, a distinct advantage.
- Experience in synthetic organic chemistry and/or biochemistry, an advantage.
- Experience working in a research or similar laboratory environment, an advantage.
- Ability to work well, both as part of a team and independently.
- Ability and willingness to solve complex problems.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
A Mission That Matters
Neogen is dedicated to the advancement of human and animal wellbeing through science and technology so we can fuel a brighter future for global food security.
Our culture is comprised of our Purpose and Promise, our Principles and our Values – which guide our everyday decision making. Dreaming big while Inspiring and Innovating, doing the right thing while Acting with Integrity, being solution driven while Delivering On Our Promises, celebrating the talent each person brings while Fostering Optimism and valuing diversity while Cultivating Belonging. It’s our actions aligning with these values that provide a consistent, happy and healthy work environment for our employees.
This is an excellent opportunity to be part of a growing organisation. If this role has caught your attention and you feel it might be good fit for you then please don't hesitate to apply.
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Come Be Part Of A Mission that Matters!
From inside the farm gate to our dinner plates, Neogen protects the world’s food supply. Through a variety of animal healthcare products, to food safety solutions for dangerous bacteria, allergens, toxins, drug residues and much more, Neogen is there — and you can be too.
