Process Scientist

Team Horizon is seeking a Process Scientist for our client based in Mayo. You will be instrumental in maintaining site supply readiness for new products through major and regional market launches, and will lead portfolio change programmes including raw material changes, batch size changes, new technology introductions, and vendor updates.

Why you should apply:

• This is an excellent opportunity to join a world class manufacturing operation, with an outstanding track record of reliably delivering high-quality medicines to patients around the world suffering serious illnesses.


• There is a strong culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the company to strive for solutions that improve health outcomes and dramatically improve people’s lives.


• Our client is developing the capability to produce all its medicines, helping to ensure continuity of supply of our medicines as they expand internationally.

What you will be doing:

• Provide technical leadership to the Westport site, aligning with the global vision and mission.


• Lead and manage cross-functional teams to deliver technology transfer milestones and product launch readiness.


• Serve as a primary technical resource for manufacturing issues, driving data-driven root cause analysis and resolution.


• Lead complex and high-impact Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) within the Eyecare portfolio.


• Identify, plan, and execute process and technology improvement programmes, including Cost Improvement (CI) initiatives


• Lead portfolio change activities such as raw material changes, new technology introductions, and vendor updates.


• Represent the site at customer, regulatory-facing meetings, and regulatory audits.


• Ensure all activities are carried out in full compliance with GMP and relevant local and global policies and SOPs


• Support digitisation of Eyecare and Implants operations and contribute to the Track and Trend programme.


• Support Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) of process equipment in collaboration with Global and Site Engineering.


• Drive Process Safety improvements within the Eyecare and Implants operations.


• Coach and develop colleagues, fostering a high-performance team culture and promoting cross-departmental training.


• Support financial planning activities including budgets, strategic projects, and cost improvement commitments.

What you need to apply:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline; a Master's or PhD in Engineering, Science, or Technology is a distinct advantage. 8+ years of relevant pharmaceutical industry experience (BSc); 7+ years (MSc); 5+ years (PhD).


• Demonstrated end-to-end experience of product transfer and launch phases, including regulatory engagements.


• Strong technical background in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, with proven troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and collaboration skills with the ability to work effectively across Commercial, Operations, Global, and R&D functions.


• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the agility to adapt to shifting priorities and constraints.