Senior Engineer Scientist, Limerick

Essential Skills

• Polymer chemistry with emphasis on characterization techniques (e.g., DSC, GPC, FT‑IR, rheology, dissolution, etc.).
• Design and development of particulate and liquid embolic products.
• Experience formulating sustained‑release systems, including hydrogel‑based implants or depots.
• Development ofdrug-device combination products, especially:
  • Prefilled / pre‑filled syringe systems
  • Embolization devices
• Proven history of parenteral product development, particularly sterile injectables.
• Complete CMC (Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls) development for drug products, including scale‑up and tech transfer.
• Design and execution of formulation‑related feasibility studies, DoE/QbD approaches, and process optimization.
• Working knowledge of analytical methods for API and finished‑product characterization (e.g., HPLC/UPLC, GC, KF, particle size, viscosity) and data interpretation.

The start date is for ASAP/4th May but we can wait for the right person. The initial contract length is for 12 months, with multiple extension options after. The role is based in Limerick and will require 3-4 days onsite per week, there will be times you can work from home/remotely when the project allows. The rate is €40-50 per hour, depending on experience, if you have any expenses please let me know and I can factor that into the rate for you.