Process Development Scientist Upstream
This is a role that will challenge your scientific expertise and ability to drive process development for large molecule biotherapeutics. As a Process Development Scientist Upstream, you will be responsible for providing science and technology expertise in the disciplines of cell culture sciences for the development and optimization of protein manufacturing processes.
You will work closely with analytical scientists who work on the characterization of proteins during process development studies. Your significant experience of applying knowledge of principles, concepts, and practices of the discipline will make you a critical member of the team. You are proactive in contributing to all team discussions and creating an environment of collaboration.
Main Responsibilities:
* Develop and optimise robust cell culture processes via experimental investigations at 5 – 750 L production scales.
* Operation of mammalian cell culture processes up to 750 L scale within the Pilot Lab according to pre-defined procedures.
* Apply knowledge of cell culture technologies, bioprocess engineering and biochemistry to cell culture process development projects.
* Collaborate closely with analytical scientists who work on the characterisation of proteins during process development studies.
* Provide technical guidance such as direction of laboratory investigational studies, process and experimental design and new technology development.
Requirements:
* BEng / BSc in Biotechnology / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Biochemical Engineering or other related disciplines with a minimum of 4 years of directly relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or
* MSc / MEng in Biotechnology / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Biochemical Engineering or other related disciplines with a minimum of 3 years of directly relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry, or
* PhD in Biotechnology / Chemistry / Chemical Engineering / Biochemical Engineering or other related disciplines with a minimum of 1 years of directly relevant experience in the biopharmaceutical industry
Skill Set:
* Technical fields of experience preferably to include specific knowledge and practical experience of large molecule bio processing and separation sciences gained at a minimum at BEng or BSc level or through work experience
* Experience in designing and executing components of experimental programs in the laboratory
* Familiar with problem-solving, risk analysis and/or statistical tools
Personal Qualities:
* A team player by preference
* An analytical thinker with a scientific curiosity and flair for laboratory experimentation
* Highly motivated
* Excellent communication skills (verbal, written)
Work Location:
This is an on-premise role located within our site.