Elusav recruitment have an exciting opportunity for an Upstream Scientist - Technical Lead with a leading Global Biopharmaceutical in Cork, Ireland.
As the Upstream Scientist - Technical Lead you will be responsible for overseeing the activities and professional development of a group of junior scientists and research associates as they develop, characterise, and transfer upstream biomanufacturing processes for our biologics pipeline programs.
Responsibilities:
* Leading team of scientists and research associates for upstream activities; this includes planning experiments, communicating company and program priorities, and reviewing data, presentations, and technical reports.
* Directs projects of a complex nature; oversees experimental, tech transfer, and manufacturing support activities and investigations.
* Participate in efforts to define, manage, and/or complete innovation projects that advance technical capabilities.
* Track team progress against project timelines, generate regular status updates and communicate progress, resourcing needs and issues to leadership.
* Foster strong collaborations with peers within TDS.
* Represents BCoE on cross-functional initiatives, e.g. establishing strategies & best practices.
* Design, setup, and oversee evaluation of new process or analytical equipment.
* Generate documentation for experimental reports to support technology transfer and regulatory filings.
* Attend scientific meetings and training courses to gather knowledge on best practices in industry.
Requirements:
* PhD in Biology or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience, and more than five years of experience in the biotechnology industry; MS with 10+ years; BS with 12+ years.
* Experience with cell culture processing platforms, including bioreactor/fermentor optimization and scale-up.
* Process characterization and risk assessment experience necessary.
* Ability to perform statistical design of experiments (DoE), data analysis and interpret and present results.
* Clear technical writing and editing to author or oversee generation of technical reports.
* Successful management of scientists, with focus on professional development for employee and fit to organisational needs.
* Proven flexibility and execution skills to deliver in a fast-paced, multi-tasking environment.
* Strong communication skills to articulate activities of team through oral presentations.
Contact:
If you would like to learn more about the vacancy, apply now, or contact Brendan Mullins on +353 61 527 150 or Bmullins@elusav.com
#J-18808-Ljbffr