About the role
The Research Scientist manages the core research and future innovation service and new product innovation pipeline for Avery Dennison Medical, Longford. This role involves liaising with Advanced Research & Development (ARD) and Corporate partners on strategy and innovation, while collaborating with peer functions such as NPD, NPI, Regulatory Affairs, Quality, and Engineering to deliver an innovative product development cycle and future portfolio.
Key Responsibilities
- Conduct scientific research into new and novel technologies servicing wound care, skin care, ostomy, and NPWT/Surgical product families.
- Establish and maintain a network for internal Avery R&D groups, academic institutions, and third-party services to support innovations through the Front End Innovation Framework.
- Collaborate with NPD, NPI, Engineering, and Operation peers to formulate and champion an innovation philosophy incorporating needs-led product innovation and stage-gate project management.
- Work closely with Quality and Regulatory Affairs on European CE, US FDA, and Rest of World standards and regulatory compliance, including ISO13485 maintenance.
- Advise NPD and NPI on technical requirements such as material biocompatibility, toxicology, and leeching as required by the design.