Lead R&D Scientist — Hydrogels & Injectables (Remote)

Real; Limerick; Hybrid; EUR 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Real is a global medical device company seeking a Lead Engineer/Scientist for our Research and Development team on a 12-month contract in Limerick, Ireland. The role focuses on leading the design of the embolic element of a drug-device combination product, with emphasis on hydrogel/ injectable formulations and PFS concepts.

The candidate will oversee a team, guide early-stage formulation strategies, and work primarily in Limerick with 2–3 days on-site per week, the remainder remote.

Qualifications

• Early-stage R&D formulation experience.
• Polymer background in chemistry or related field.
• Polymer characterization techniques experience.
• Injectables and sterile injectables experience.
• Pre-filled syringe (PFS) design requirements.
• Sustained release or hydrogel-based formulation design.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Desirable: Embolization product design.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design of the embolic design element of the project.
• Lead a team in the development of drug-device combination products with focus on the drug side.
• Drive early-stage R&D initiatives and formulation strategies for hydrogels, injectables, and PFS.
• Coordinate cross-functional activities to advance the project towards milestones.

Skills

Early-stage R&D

Polymer background

Polymer characterization

Injectables

PFS design

Hydrogel formulation

Leadership

Embolization design (desirable)

Job description

Real is a global medical device company seeking a Lead Engineer/Scientist for our Research and Development team on a 12-month contract in Limerick, Ireland. The role focuses on leading the design of the embolic element of a drug-device combination product, with emphasis on hydrogel/ injectable formulations and PFS concepts.

The candidate will oversee a team, guide early-stage formulation strategies, and work primarily in Limerick with 2–3 days on-site per week, the remainder remote.