Senior Bio-Chemist, Product Development

Voltedge; Dublin; On-site; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A biotechnology start-up is seeking a Senior Biochemist to lead R&D projects in cell and gene therapy. The position involves supervising experiments, collaborating with external partners, and shaping the company's product portfolio. Candidates should have an MSc/PhD and proven experience in advanced bio-conjugation. Competitive salary and benefits offered for this impactful role in Dublin.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits

Potential equity

Qualifications

• 5+ years of R&D or production experience in a company or start-up environment.
• Proven experience with advanced bio-conjugation techniques.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day activities ensuring high-quality execution of experiments.
• Lead R&D projects on advanced bio-conjugation of biomolecules.
• Ensure QC documentation and batch records meet ISO 13485 and GMP requirements.

Skills

Advanced bio-conjugation techniques

Leadership

Strategic thinking

Stakeholder management

Good communication skills

Education

MSc/PhD in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology

Job description

About Magnostics

Magnostics Ltd is a biotechnology start-up company based in Dublin, Ireland. Magnostics develops and manufactures the AurosphereTM magnetic bead, an enhanced performance magnetic nanoparticle that is a key component for Nucleic Acid and cell separation. Our product portfolio is expanding, and at the same time, we are scaling up our production capacity to meet incoming customer needs.

About the Role

Magnostics develops cutting-edge nanomagnetic technologies to power the future of cell and gene therapy. Magnostics is looking for a hands-on Biochemist with experience in bio-conjugation who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment. The Senior Biochemist will lead biotechnology research within a multidisciplinary team of chemists and physicists, driving the development and commercialization of products that enable innovative customer applications. You will collaborate with external partners on custom projects, identify scientific and market opportunities, and contribute to the company’s strategic direction. This role blends scientific leadership, project management, and strategic decision-making, offering a chance to shape Magnostics’ R&D and product portfolio.

What Will You Do?

• Supervise and execute activities on a day-to-day basis, ensuring high-quality execution of experiments while maintaining ISO/GMP compliance within the Magnostics Ltd infrastructure.
• Lead and execute R&D projects: development and optimisation of advanced bio-conjugation of biomolecules to nanomagnetic beads, including the characterization and validation of products for advanced therapeutic applications, etc.
• Supervise operations and staff, ensuring a compliant and efficient working environment.
• Ensure QC documentation, batch records, and SOPs meet ISO 13485 and GMP requirements (incl. Design and validate analytical methods, workflows, and QC protocols.)
• Collaborate with the CEO, CSO, R&D team, and external scientific advisors when necessary on KOL engagement and product development.
• Lead scientific input for grant proposals, fundraising, and business plan development alongside the commercial team and CEO.
• Drive continuous improvement and innovation across laboratory practices and quality systems.

What Will You Bring?

• MSc/PhD in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Molecular Biology, or related field
• Proven experience with advanced bio-conjugation techniques (covalent coupling, click chemistry, etc.)
• 5+ years R&D or production experience in a company or start-up environment
• Strong leadership, agility, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills in English
• Bonus: experience in cell separation, gene delivery, or nanoparticle functionalization

What We Offer

Join Magnostics and play a key role in developing transformative products that are shaping the future of cell and gene therapy. Make a real impact, take ownership of your projects, and grow with a dynamic, fast-moving team. Competitive salary, benefits, and potential equity included. Applicants must have the right to work within the EU.