Project Technologist
This vacancy has arisen in the Life Sciences Division of our Client organisation, working with the Medical Technologies Department on a 3-year fixed term contract. This position is located in Athlone. The Life Sciences Division encompasses the Medical Technologies, Pharmaceutical and BioPharma sub sectors.
Key duties will include:
· Continuously identifying current and emerging trends in the Life Sciences Sector and following the dynamics of individual subsectors to ensure an in-depth technological and business knowledge is maintained.
· Contributing to and influencing the Company’s Life Sciences strategy and identifying and winning research-based investments with potential for significant economic impact.
· Generating a portfolio of activity across the following three areas by proactively engaging and collaborating with stakeholders’ companies and supporting the adoption of new and disruptive technologies across the portfolio
· Identifying opportunities and delivering R&D value propositions for the units within existing client companies where they are not currently engaged and where potential opportunities might be further developed with the client.
· Capturing high potential R&D opportunities with significant economic impact in new target companies
· Help lead interaction with R&D-focused research institutes (including Technology Centres), and appropriate stakeholders to ensure that company is aware of current and emerging R&D initiatives in Ireland.
· Within the wider Life Sciences team, helping to ensure that knowledge transfer takes place as part of a continuous learning and development culture.
The successful candidate will have,
· A third level qualification in the Life Sciences arena and/or relevant experience is essential;
· 2-5 years Life Sciences Industry experience (knowledge of MedTech sector is advantageous);
· Understanding of global and local trends underpinning R&D and innovation in Life Sciences
· Commercial / Business Development acumen with an understanding of business models and drivers of R&D is highly valued.
· Strong networking and influencing skills with knowledge of Ireland’s research businesses.
· Experience successfully securing funding for R&D projects is attractive.
· Ability to work under pressure, independently and as part of a team.
· Ongoing flexibility and interest in international career progression and development.
· A full driving licence is essential.
For more information and a full copy of the job spec please contact Clodagh D’Arcy on
01 9476356/0873470221 or email details to [email protected]
