Scientist 1, QC Microbiology (Drug Product & Raw Materials)

Position Overview The Scientist 1, QC Microbiology, DP & RM, effectively and efficiently manages complex or difficult tasks with expertise within the assigned disciplines. This role initially supports the commissioning activities involved in the construction of a new Biopharmaceutical manufacturing facility and laboratory. Flexibility in job roles and assignments is required.

What You’ll Do

Performs raw material microbial assessments, identifies requirements and executes actions as part of change control process

Performs high throughput, right-first time work to meet production schedules and project milestones with minimal/no supervision

Implements new raw materials, including specification authoring, requesting LIMS builds, assessing changes etc.

Supports raw material life cycle management (new material assessment, specification establishment, maintenance of specifications etc.)

Coordinates and is responsible for raw material data review and release for the Microbiology team

Acts as subject matter experts for both raw materials and drug product manufacturing support

Initiates qualification and study directed testing activities in support of Drug Product manufacturing

Initiates technical writing initiatives and promotes problem-solving skills among the team

Reviews and evaluates advanced lab testing results both internally and from third party laboratories

Performs testing and review of QC samples

Serves as point of contact to third party laboratories

Authors, reviews, and edits documents and study protocols

Supports intermediate investigations of OOS assays and events

Ensures compliance with cGMP and participates in audits and inspections

Provides OOS investigational support, as needed

Supports laboratory management and mentors another on the team, as needed

Leads LEAN lab and six sigma principles and applies them to laboratory processes

Acts as project leader for projects in the lab and department

Performs other duties, as assigned

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology or other relevant scientific discipline with 6 years’ experience OR

Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, microbiology or other relevant scientific discipline with 3 years’ experience OR

PhD with 1 year of applicable industry experience

1-3 years of experience working in a regulated GMP environment

Expert understanding of GMP, GLP, GDP requirements

Experience and proficient knowledge in Microbiology theory

Experience and proficient knowledge of Microbiology testing and laboratory experience, specific to both drug product manufacturing support and raw materials testing

LIMS experience

Experience with document control including writing and editing technical documents and presentations

Preferred Requirements

Knowledge in Microbiology theory

Knowledge of Microbiology testing and laboratory experience, specific to both drug product manufacturing support and raw materials testing

Physical and Work Environment Requirements Ability to discern audible cues. Ability to inspect or perform a task with 20/20 corrected vision, visual acuity, including distinguishing color. Ability to stand for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes. Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time up to 60 minutes. Ability to conduct activities using repetitive motions that include wrists, hands and/or fingers. Ability to conduct work that includes moving objects up to 10 pounds. Ability to bend, push or pull, reach to retrieve materials from 18″ to 60″ in height, and use twisting motions. Will work in warm/cold environments (5 C). Will work in small and/or enclosed spaces. Specific to both drug product manufacturing support and raw materials testing.

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