Material Science Technical Specialist

Jobtailor; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobtailor in Cork, Ireland seeks a Materials Specialist to support GMP-regulated materials projects and supplier changes. You will assess material changes, participate in change control, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure quality and supply continuity.

The role requires a degree in a relevant science and 3–5 years of GMP experience, with strong analytical and communication skills to work across global teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a scientific discipline (Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences)
• 3–5 years of industry experience in a GMP-regulated environment
• Experience with Material Science, Single-Use Technologies, Chemical Raw Materials, Supplier Change Notifications, Change Control
• Understanding of material qualification and supplier technical assessments
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work in cross-functional and global teams

Responsibilities

• Support material science projects within the Global Process Services team
• Perform technical assessments of supplier change notifications and material changes
• Manage GMP change control activities related to raw materials and single-use technologies
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical material-related issues
• Work with Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Process Validation teams
• Support qualification, evaluation, and lifecycle management of chemical raw materials and single-use technologies
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations and internal quality standards
• Partner with global stakeholders to drive technical solutions and maintain supply continuity
• Document assessments and maintain records per quality requirements

Skills

Material science

Analytical thinking

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Material Science/Chemistry/related

Tools

GMP systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Support material science projects within the Global Process Services team
• Perform technical assessments of supplier change notifications and material changes
• Manage and support GMP change control activities related to raw materials and single-use technologies
• Collaborate with suppliers to resolve technical material-related issues
• Work closely with Procurement, Quality, Manufacturing, and Process Validation teams
• Support the qualification, evaluation, and lifecycle management of chemical raw materials and single-use technologies
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations, internal quality standards, and company procedures
• Partner with global stakeholders to drive technical solutions and maintain supply continuity
• Document technical assessments and maintain accurate records in accordance with quality requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Material Science, Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Life Sciences, or a related scientific discipline
• 3–5 years of industry experience in pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medical devices, or a GMP-regulated manufacturing environment
• Experience working with: Material Science, Single-Use Technologies, Chemical Raw Materials, Technical Supplier Management, Supplier Change Notifications, Change Control, GMP-regulated environments
• Understanding of material qualification, supplier technical assessments, and quality systems
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work effectively within cross-functional and global teams

Core Competencies

Demonstrates expertise in Material Science, Chemical Raw Materials, and Single-Use Technologies, with a strong focus on GMP compliance and supplier technical management. Proven ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and drive technical solutions in a regulated environment.