TSMS- Scientist, Downstream

About the role

The TS/MS Downstream Scientist will provide technical support for introducing and supporting upstream downstream purification processes from startup through to routine operations. This role will provide technical expertise for the laboratory startup activities including facility design, instrument procurement and qualification in supporting downstream operations. The successful applicant will have technical expertise in laboratory scale models for downstream operations and demonstrate strong data-driven problem-solving capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Experience in supporting downstream manufacturing and associated laboratory models.
• Expertise in laboratory scale equipment operation and trouble shooting.
• Understand purpose and capability of each upstream unit operation and the impact of equipment on the process.
• Understand molecule-specific control strategy and basis of specifications and critical quality attributes.
• Work with the network and development organizations to ensure a well-understood, robust and fit-for-purpose laboratory models are developed and transferred.
• Leading laboratory investigations in support of production operations.
• Support the design and start-up of the laboratory including equipment configuration and purchase, development of the laboratory data management strategy, establishment of laboratory protocols.
• Establish partnerships to enable cross functional work with the quality control laboratory and other Lilly sites to ensure facility startup objectives are met.
• Support process improvement initiatives and their implementation.
• Author scientific reports and technical documentation.

Requirements

• BS in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• A minimum of 2 years of experience within the biopharmaceutical industry.

Qualifications

• MSc in Biochemistry, Biology, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related discipline.
• Demonstrated technical capability with high productivity.
• Self-starter with high initiative and data-driven approach to problem-solving.
• Demonstrated strong interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated adaptability and flexibility to working in different environments and teams.