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R&D Laboratory Coordinator

Job Type
Permanent
Location
Drogheda, Louth
Salary
€45000.00 - €55000 per annum
Job Ref
BBBH166496_1756202071
Date Added
August 26th, 2025
Consultant
nigel oleary


This is a hands-on, innovation-driven role for someone passionate about science, sustainability, and industrial problem-solving. As an R&D Laboratory Coordinator, you'll be at the heart of developing next-generation building materials and supporting manufacturing processes.

What You'll Be Doing
You'll lead and contribute to a wide range of activities that blend research, technical support, and operational excellence:
Innovation & Development

  • Explore and assess new raw materials and alternative fuels to support cleaner production.
  • Drive the development of low-carbon cement technologies and sustainable product solutions.


Customer & Market Engagement

  • Collaborate with technical teams to support customers and ensure product performance.
  • Investigate and resolve technical queries, helping shape market-ready innovations.


Production & Process Support

  • Conduct advanced testing and analysis to support manufacturing improvements.
  • Use data-driven insights to enhance product quality and process efficiency.


Lab Operations & Safety

  • Oversee laboratory testing, equipment maintenance, and consumables management.
  • Ensure safety compliance and liaise with external labs and service providers.



What You'll Bring

  • Strong lab experience, especially with powder and wet chemistry techniques.
  • A solid foundation in chemistry, materials science, or geology.
  • Analytical thinking, curiosity, and a drive to innovate.
  • Excellent communication and reporting skills.
  • A collaborative mindset and attention to detail.


Preferred Qualifications

  • A degree (BSc or higher) in a relevant scientific discipline.
  • Experience in industrial or applied research environments.
  • A track record of contributing to technical or operational improvements.



Why Apply?

  • Be part of a mission to reduce carbon emissions and promote circular economy practices.
  • Work in a modern lab with access to advanced analytical tools and techniques.
  • Collaborate with experts across R&D, production, and marketing.
  • Grow your career in a role that blends science, sustainability, and real-world impact.

Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group STEM Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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