Senior R&D Scientist

Senior R&D Scientist

Location: Nijmegen, Netherland - Predominantly site based

Duration: 12 months

Hours: 40 per week

Imagine your next project working as a Senior R&D Scientist for Johnson & Johnson! 

roles and responsibilities

• Lead the design, planning, execution, and reporting of R&D studies for medical device innovations, focusing on developing new products and improving existing products, production processes, and analytical methods.

• Lead and coordinate multiple R&D projects, ensuring timelines, budgets, and resources are effectively allocated to meet project goals and deliverables.

• Contribute to verification and validation activities, including protocol development, test execution, and data analysis, ensuring product performance meets design specifications and regulatory standards.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide R&D support on regulatory submissions, audits, root cause investigations, nonconformities, corrective/preventive actions, risk assessments and supplier selection/qualification.

• Coordinate the selection, purchase, installation, qualification, and maintenance of laboratory equipment.

• Supervise and mentor junior team members, fostering a collaborative research environment and professional development.

• Prepare and review reports, and presentations to communicate research findings to internal collaborators and external partners.

how to succeed

Qualifications

Education:

• A Ph.D. or M.Sc. in Chemistry, Materials Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.

Experience and Skills:

Required: 

• A minimum of 6 years (M.Sc.) or 2 years (Ph.D.) experience in a highly regulated industry is required. Medical Device and/or Pharmaceutical industry is preferred.

• Experience with design control processes and familiarity with design verification and validation activities.

• Strong comprehension of relevant standards and guidelines (ISO 13485, ISO 14971, 21 CFR Part 820, MDR, ICH etc.).

• Solid understanding of project management principles.

• Proficiency in statistical analysis software and experience with data interpretation and reporting.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to a variety of audiences.

• Proficiency in the English language, both verbal and written.

Preferred:

• Extensive experience in organic and polymer chemistry.

• Proficiency in laboratory techniques such as NMR, SEC, FTIR, UV-Vis, and KF.

• Comprehensive understanding of intellectual property principles, complemented by hands-on experience in related activities such as patent research and drafting.

Candidate profile:

• A strong passion for innovation and advancing technology within the medical device sector.

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and adapt to changing priorities in a dynamic environment.

• Dedication for continuous improvement and innovation.

• A proactive and outcome-focussed attitude with passion about achieving project goals and objectives.

• Strong leadership and mentoring skills, along with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-based environment.

• High attention to detail and a devotion to quality and compliance. 

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and relevant scientific software.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for 12 months

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Mentor

Part of Johnson & Johnson, Mentor sells and produces breast implants for reconstruction and augmentation purposes worldwide from their state of the art site in Leiden.  With a proud history as a global leader in breast aesthetics, we believe that innovation should be driven by what patients need and should be backed by solid research, high design and thorough testing. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Mentor. 

application process

• We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

• We do not accept applications via email.

• The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.