Upstream MSAT Scientist I
About the role
This position is responsible for being the primary technical Upstream MSAT support person for manufacturing processes. Preferably, this person has prior experience with manufacturing processes and/or technical transfer. The individual falls under supervision of area leader but is expected to have a good grasp of key aspects of the role, and it is expected that questions on tasks or issues will be raised by this individual when clarification or greater technical expertise is required.
Responsibilities
- Perform a majority of functions associated with upstream process transfer and/or process support.
- Recommend improvements for MSAT practices and procedures.
- Deviations / Problem Solving / Data Analysis: Assess minor deviations and assess product quality impacting deviations with assistance. Identifies potential Root causes using a systematic approach. Able to identify potential solutions and lead multidisciplinary teams in developing and implementing solutions. Performs and is able to understand and interpret higher level data analysis.
- Documentation and Change assessments: Authors and reviews process documents. Able to identify and create new documents that would aid in process transfer or support activities. Identifies process changes and assess change controls for impact of process / equipment or procedural changes that can affect both process performance and product quality.
- Represent Upstream MSAT: Represents Upstream MSAT on project teams and interfaces with customer technical and quality representatives. Represents MSAT on internal teams. Participates in Customer Audits. Regularly interacts with several functional areas, divisions and/or customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Biotechnology, Biological Sciences, or Chemical Engineering
- 1+ year of biotech experience (or equivalent with advanced degrees)
- Experience in commercial manufacturing and GMP regulations
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
- Proficiency in data analysis and problem-solving
- Knowledge of cell culture and process development
- Willingness to provide 24/7 on-call support during manufacturing
Qualifications
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses. 401(k) matching plan. Competitive compensation programs that reward high performance. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Access to our full list of global benefits: Employee Benefits | Lonza
Skills
- Strong communication and technical writing skills
- Data analysis and problem-solving proficiency
- Knowledge of cell culture and process development
- Ability to provide 24/7 on-call support during manufacturing
Benefits
Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance. Access to our full list of global benefits: Employee Benefits | Lonza
Pay
Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
Schedule
Not specified.