R&D Biomedical Engineer jobs

JOB SUMMARY / DESCRIPTION:

AnaBio Technologies is a global leader in micro‑encapsulation technology, enabling fragile bioactives to be protected at a microscopic level so they can withstand processing, storage, and digestion. This proprietary platform makes it possible to deliver evidence‑based health benefits to consumers and patients, addressing global challenges such as immunity, obesity, and metabolic health. AnaBio’s extensive IP portfolio, grounded in human clinical trials, comprises more than 15 patent families. The company partners with blue‑chip multinational food, beverage, and health companies, offering contract research, technology licensing, and commercial supply of micro‑encapsulated ingredients.

This role is a hands‑on, versatile R&D scientist position combining strong analytical expertise with practical project leadership across laboratory, pilot‑plant, and desk‑based activities. The successful candidate will be comfortable switching seamlessly between generating high‑quality analytical data, supporting pilot‑plant trials, interpreting results, and communicating outcomes through written reports, presentations, and client interactions. The role is ideally suited to a scientist who enjoys variety, ownership, and operating at the interface of science, application, and delivery.

Job Title: Senior R&D Scientist – Analytical & Applied Projects

Reports To: Science Director

Job Type: Permanent

Starting Date: Q2, 2026

Location: AnaBio, Carrigtwohill, Co. Cork

Role, Key Responsibilities Accountabilities and Duties

The purpose of this role is to generate high‑quality analytical data and scientific insight to support AnaBio’s micro‑encapsulation technology platforms, while leading defined R&D workstreams within internal and client‑specific projects. The role requires a balance of analytical depth, scientific judgement, operational flexibility, and clear communication.

Core Responsibilities

• Provide analytical and scientific leadership across AnaBio’s encapsulation technology development programmes and client‑specific R&D projects
• Apply deep analytical expertise to the development, optimisation, and validation of methods for encapsulated and complex products
• Test raw materials, in‑process samples, and finished products using established and newly developed analytical methods
• Interpret complex and sometimes ambiguous analytical datasets and lead scientific problem‑solving activities
• Lead defined R&D workstreams, taking ownership for planning, execution, data quality, and timely delivery of outputs
• Contribute scientific expertise to the continuous development and improvement of AnaBio’s analytical platforms and capabilities

It is likely that additional duties and responsibilities will emerge and develop over time in line with the growth and evolution of the company.

Scientific Communication & Knowledge Generation

• Prepare high‑quality technical reports, data summaries, and internal scientific documentation
• Develop clear technical presentations to support internal project reviews and decision‑making
• Support preparation of client‑facing technical reports and deliverables
• Contribute to scientifically robust documentation suitable for regulatory, quality, or technical review

Client facing & Cross functional Work

• Act as a scientific contributor and point of contact for selected client projects
• Communicate analytical data and scientific conclusions clearly to external clients, collaborators, and third‑party laboratories
• Work closely with R&D, QC, production, and commercial teams in a multidisciplinary environment
• Support method transfer or technical knowledge transfer activities to clients or third‑party laboratories as required

Work Environment

· The role involves a balance of hands‑on laboratory work and desk‑based activities, including data analysis, report writing, literature review, and client or project meetings.

· The scientist will operate in a busy, evolving R&D laboratory environment with changing priorities typical of advanced technology development.

Education & Experience

• BSc or MSc in Chemistry, Biochemistry, or a closely related analytical science discipline
• Min. 2 years’ industrial experience in analytical chemistry, particularly in method development and validation or PhD/post‑doctoral level experience in Analytical Science with applied or industrial relevance
• Strong technical expertise in analytical chemistry techniques, particularly separation sciences and spectrometric methods
• Proficiency in multiple analytical platforms (e.g. HPLC, electrophoresis, spectrophotometry)
• Experience with micro‑encapsulation technologies or applied R&D environments is an advantage

Person Specification

• Strong analytical and scientific problem‑solving capability, both independently and as part of a team
• Demonstrated ability to operate effectively across laboratory, pilot‑plant, and office environments
• Excellent ability to interpret analytical data and understand its relevance, limitations, and application
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills
• Comfortable engaging with internal stakeholders and external clients at different technical levels
• Flexible, proactive, and resilient, with the ability to prioritise across multiple projects
• High level of organisation, professionalism, and scientific integrity

What Success Looks Like in This Role

• High‑quality, reliable analytical data that supports robust scientific and commercial decisions
• Effective leadership of analytical and applied R&D workstreams
• Clear, concise communication of complex data through reports and presentations
• Smooth translation of laboratory findings into applied and pilot‑scale contexts
• Positive contribution to AnaBio’s scientific credibility with clients and partner

The above statements are intended to describe the essential responsibilities of persons assigned to this role. They are not intended as exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities and requirements

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: €50,000.00-€65,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Bike to work scheme
• Company events
• Company pension
• On-site parking
• Private medical insurance
• Sick pay

Application question(s):

• I have a BSc/MSc/PhD in Analytical Science (Chemistry or Biochemistry) with relevant experience in analytical method development ?
• I am proficient in the use of multiple instrument platforms (e.g. HPLC, Electrophoresis, Spectrophotometry) ?

Education:

• PhD (preferred)

Work authorisation:

• Ireland (required)

Location:

• Carrigtwohill, County Cork (preferred)

Work Location: In person