Ferring Pharmaceuticals
Process Development Scientist
Ferring Pharmaceuticals, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States, 55400
Overview
As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Ferring’s independence supports an entrepreneurial spirit with a long-term perspective, while remaining agile and committed to a people-first philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring aims to drive powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to disease. Summary
Process Development Scientist
is responsible for leading the development and manufacturing of early phase bacterial live-biotherapeutics at Ferring Microbiome Inc. Responsibilities
Lead process development and early phase cGMP manufacturing processes for bacterial-based live biotherapeutics. Processes include bacterial fermentation support, tangential flow filtration optimization, spray drying support, and encapsulation and packaging support. Independently design and execute experiments for process optimization. Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental results. Draw and present conclusions to team members in both written and visual formats. Troubleshoot and solve technical and equipment-related challenges. Collaborate closely with other departments (Quality Assurance, Facilities, Technical Services, etc.) to enable effective and successful project execution. Organize, communicate, and present complex data to key stakeholders and senior management. Compile documentation (protocols, batch records, reports) to facilitate the tech transfer of early phase projects to internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to lab and equipment maintenance and cleaning. Follow standard operating procedures and safety policies for all manufacturing and laboratory activities. Follow cGMP requirements for all manufacturing activities and ensure all manufacturing activities are performed following written procedures. Clean, manufacture, and document activities in a manner utilizing GDP. Qualifications
PhD (0-3 years of experience beyond degree), Master’s degree (3-5 years of experience beyond degree), or Bachelor’s degree (>7 years of experience) in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field. Experience impact depends on relevance. Experience with fermentation, preferably bacterial, including SIP capable instruments. Experience with tangential flow filtration optimization, preferably microfiltration. Spray drying, encapsulation, packaging, powder handling experience highly preferred. Experience with molecular biology techniques (DNA sample preparation, PCR, sequencing) is a plus. Experience in pharmaceutical GxP-regulated work is highly preferred. Ability and desire to solve complex problems independently as well as in a collaborative team-environment. Experience with DOE for experimental design and analysis is highly desired. Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills. Must be a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual able to drive projects forward with accountability for timelines. Location
Roseville, Minnesota Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range for this role is $75,640 to $108,057, with additional compensation based on competitive annual incentive targets. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), 401k with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave subject to employment requirements. Equal Opportunity
Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Protected Veterans). We maintain a drug-free workplace.
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As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Ferring’s independence supports an entrepreneurial spirit with a long-term perspective, while remaining agile and committed to a people-first philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring aims to drive powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to disease. Summary
Process Development Scientist
is responsible for leading the development and manufacturing of early phase bacterial live-biotherapeutics at Ferring Microbiome Inc. Responsibilities
Lead process development and early phase cGMP manufacturing processes for bacterial-based live biotherapeutics. Processes include bacterial fermentation support, tangential flow filtration optimization, spray drying support, and encapsulation and packaging support. Independently design and execute experiments for process optimization. Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental results. Draw and present conclusions to team members in both written and visual formats. Troubleshoot and solve technical and equipment-related challenges. Collaborate closely with other departments (Quality Assurance, Facilities, Technical Services, etc.) to enable effective and successful project execution. Organize, communicate, and present complex data to key stakeholders and senior management. Compile documentation (protocols, batch records, reports) to facilitate the tech transfer of early phase projects to internal and external stakeholders. Contribute to lab and equipment maintenance and cleaning. Follow standard operating procedures and safety policies for all manufacturing and laboratory activities. Follow cGMP requirements for all manufacturing activities and ensure all manufacturing activities are performed following written procedures. Clean, manufacture, and document activities in a manner utilizing GDP. Qualifications
PhD (0-3 years of experience beyond degree), Master’s degree (3-5 years of experience beyond degree), or Bachelor’s degree (>7 years of experience) in Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, or a related field. Experience impact depends on relevance. Experience with fermentation, preferably bacterial, including SIP capable instruments. Experience with tangential flow filtration optimization, preferably microfiltration. Spray drying, encapsulation, packaging, powder handling experience highly preferred. Experience with molecular biology techniques (DNA sample preparation, PCR, sequencing) is a plus. Experience in pharmaceutical GxP-regulated work is highly preferred. Ability and desire to solve complex problems independently as well as in a collaborative team-environment. Experience with DOE for experimental design and analysis is highly desired. Excellent oral communication and technical writing skills. Must be a detail-oriented, self-motivated individual able to drive projects forward with accountability for timelines. Location
Roseville, Minnesota Compensation and Benefits
Base salary range for this role is $75,640 to $108,057, with additional compensation based on competitive annual incentive targets. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision), 401k with company match, disability coverage, life insurance, wellness benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave subject to employment requirements. Equal Opportunity
Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Protected Veterans). We maintain a drug-free workplace.
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