Lead Polymer & Biocompatibility Scientist

Biopharma Careers; Grange; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Pfizer Ireland seeks a high‑level Material Science SME for single‑use systems, primary packaging, and polymer components across drug substance and biopharmaceutical processing. You will guide material safety, qualification strategies, regulatory support, and risk‑based decisions to ensure compliant, scientifically defensible materials for Pfizer's network.

You will collaborate with PGS sites, PharmSci, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Operations, suppliers, and industry groups to

Qualifications

• BS/MS in Polymer/Material Science or related engineering with relevant experience.
• Minimum 6 years in R&D or materials related to pharma components.
• Strong regulatory and standards knowledge (USP, ISO, Ph Eur).

Responsibilities

• Lead material science strategy for single-use systems across biopharma and sterile manufacturing and packaging.
• Provide expert guidance on material safety compliance including bioreactivity and testing.
• Coordinate material characterization and safety testing programs for new polymers.
• Translate compendia standards and regulatory requirements into Pfizer processes.
• Evaluate qualification strategies for emerging polymers and sustainable materials.

Skills

Polymer science leadership

Regulatory literacy

Technical writing

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

BS/MS in Polymer/Material Science

Engineering degree

Job description

Pfizer Ireland seeks a high‑level Material Science SME for single‑use systems, primary packaging, and polymer components across drug substance and biopharmaceutical processing. You will guide material safety, qualification strategies, regulatory support, and risk‑based decisions to ensure compliant, scientifically defensible materials for Pfizer's network.

You will collaborate with PGS sites, PharmSci, Quality, Regulatory Affairs, Procurement, Operations, suppliers, and industry groups to