MS&T Scientist – Biologics

The role:

PE Global is currently recruiting for a Scientist – Manufacturing Science and Technology, Analtycial on behalf of a leading company based in Meath. This is an initial 11-month contract role. This role is an onsite role.

Job Purpose

This role is part of the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MS&T) hub at the state-of-the-art, single-use,multi-product facility

- The MS&T Scientist (Specialist) is responsible for contributing to the overall running of the MS&T Bioprocess Laboratory and working across site as part of a diverse and interdisciplinary team to build capability and knowledge in the manufacture of biologics
- Key responsibilities of the MS&T Scientist include the planning and execution of scale-down model establishment, analytical testing, satellite and improvement studies in the MS&T Bioprocess Lab, and the provision of technical expertise and leadership to support successful new product introduction.

What you will do:

- Plan and execute analytical testing to support USP-DSP scale-down model establishments, satellite runs and investigation/improvement studies in the MS&T lab
- Plan and execute DSP laboratory studies (i.e. chromatography runs, filter assessments)
- Support the transfer of analytical methods into the MS&T laboratory.
- Provide specialist analytical support to the site and the network for non-routine analysis and troubleshooting.
- Experimental design, execution, data analysis and interpretation.
- Author and review standard operating procedures and technical reports
- Supporting multidisciplinary teams (MS&T, quality, analytics, regulatory) for process improvement and troubleshooting.
- Assuring effective application of Lean Six Sigma and Change Management tools in the Analytical Sciences group by:
- Securing continuity of an appropriate level of knowledge.
- Facilitating problem solving & risk assessment (FMEA) projects/meeting.
- Making problems visible and striving for continuous improvement.
- Serving as an analytical specialist during internal audits and external inspections/audits.
- Supporting alignment and knowledge exchange with development organizations, other commercial nodes and external manufacturing partners.
- Ability to lead and coach others to solve problems and take new perspectives on existing solutions with a desire to continuously learn, improve and develop.
- Excellent trouble shooting and problem-solving skills as well as influencing, collaboration skills and teamworking ability to represent MS&T on global and interdisciplinary teams.
- Complete product robustness monitoring in partnership with global technical teams and provide leadership for investigations.
- Demonstrate “safety first, quality always” mindset in all responsibilities.

Educational and experience requirements

Bachelor of Science degree qualification with minimum 5 years of experience, Master of Science degree qualification with minimum of 3 years’ experience, or PhD degree qualification (scientific discipline in biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacy, process engineering or equivalent).

- Technical expertise with biologics drug substance upstream and downstream operations, analytical testing, process development and tech transfer.
- Proven ability to work as part of a team but also on own initiative as well.
- Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.
- Effective communicator and deep technical expertise in science.
- Proven ability around working cross functionally, focusing on meeting and tracking to schedules and embracing an interdependent work culture.
- Experience working in a GMP / regulated environment is desirable.
- Organisation Skills – Ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to escape issues for resolution.

Other Job Requirements

- This role is a site and lab-based role.
- Must have experience running HPLC

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV.

Please click the link below to apply, call Audrey on 0214297900 or alternatively send an up to date CV to audrey.mccarthy@peglobal.net

Please note our client cannot assist with any visa sponsorship and candidates must have the correct visa to live and work in Ireland

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