Senior R&D Scientist: Validation & Strategy

BD; Limerick; On-site; EUR 57,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

BD is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist in Limerick to lead the validation of bioscience products across the lifecycle. You will design test strategies, develop validation protocols, and interpret complex data while coordinating with engineering, quality, regulatory, and product teams to deliver compliant, innovative solutions.

The role offers collaboration across science and engineering disciplines, enabling influence on product design and technology adoption in a high-regulation environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Immunology, Cell Biology, Clinical Laboratory Science or related field.
• At least five years in clinical, research, pharma, or medical device environments.
• Hands-on flow cytometry experience across platforms.

Responsibilities

• Lead system validation activities across product development.
• Develop test strategies, validation protocols, and documentation.
• Analyze and interpret experimental data; communicate findings.
• Guide study design and best laboratory practices.
• Translate workflows into product requirements and tests.
• Lead projects balancing technical and business goals.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams for product development and improvement.
• Provide scientific guidance for strategic decisions.

Skills

Immunology

Cell biology

Flow cytometry

Experimental design

Statistical analysis

Data interpretation

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Degree in Immunology/Cell Biology/Clinical Laboratory Science

Tools

Flow cytometry platforms

Job description

BD is seeking a Senior R&D Scientist in Limerick to lead the validation of bioscience products across the lifecycle. You will design test strategies, develop validation protocols, and interpret complex data while coordinating with engineering, quality, regulatory, and product teams to deliver compliant, innovative solutions.

The role offers collaboration across science and engineering disciplines, enabling influence on product design and technology adoption in a high-regulation environment.