Materials Lab Scientist

Cluain Meala

5 months ago

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A global medical device company are looking for a Materials Lab Scientist to join their team on a contract basis. You will provide support in materials science, process development, failure analysis, and new product development. This role is central to enabling high product performance, supporting manufacturing and quality teams, and accelerating innovation through advanced materials and process characterisation.

Key Responsibilities:

Conduct advanced materials and process characterization to support new product development, R&D, manufacturing, and quality initiatives.
Perform failure analysis, contamination investigations, material supplier comparisons, and integrity assessments.
Operate, maintain, and interpret results from a broad range of analytical and testing equipment, including but not limited to:
Imaging and microscopy systems (CT/SEM)
Spectroscopy and compositional analysis tools (EDX/FTIR)
Mechanical and physical property testing instruments
Thermal analysis equipment (DSC)
Surface and dimensional measurement systems
Prepare and analyse samples according to best practices, ensuring accurate and reliable results.
Document and communicate findings through technical reports and presentations.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support product development, manufacturing, and quality improvement.
Ensure compliance with lab safety, quality, and data integrity standards.

Key skills required:

Degree in Materials Science, Chemistry, Physics, or a related field.
Hands-on experience with a variety of analytical and testing techniques relevant to materials science.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, especially in failure analysis and process optimization.
Ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical audiences.
Experience working in a regulated manufacturing or R&D environment is highly desirable.
Familiarity with relevant standards and calibration/validation of lab equipment is a plus.
Excellent organizational, documentation, and teamwork skills.

Desirable skills:

Commitment to innovation, high performance, and continuous improvement.
Strong attention to detail and a proactive approach to troubleshooting.
Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Appreciation for diversity, collaboration, and knowledge sharing.

The start date is ASAP. The initial contract is for 12 months, with multiple extension options. The role is based in County Tipperary and will require 5 days onsite per week, remote work can be honoured were possible (for example report writing). The rate is €25-30 per hour, depending on experience. If you have any expenses, please let me know and I can factor that into the rate for you.

If you are interested in the role, please send me your latest CV and I will call you to discuss the further details.

Please click to find out more about our Key Information Documents. Please note that the documents provided contain generic information. If we are successful in finding you an assignment, you will receive a Key Information Document which will be specific to the vendor set-up you have chosen and your placement.

To find out more about Real, please visit

Real Staffing, a trading division of SThree Partnership LLP is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy | Registered office | 8 Bishopsgate, London, EC2N 4BQ, United Kingdom | Partnership Number | OC(phone number removed) England and Wales

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