Microbiologist - Fermentation Scientist

OVERVIEW:The Research Scientist will be responsible for the development of cell lines, strains, technology, and processes for production of microbiological therapeutics, and scale-up/process optimization/control strategy development and for technology transfer to and from pilot plant/manufacturing sites. The Research Scientist is also responsible for leading/supporting organization initiatives, mentoring, bringing in new capabilities/technologies and providing internal/external influence.RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Lead the design, execution, interpretation and archival of experiments leading to the improvement of microbiological production processes
  
• Use mathematical methods and computer tools to model and explore experimental systems
  
• Participate in and/or lead cross-functional process development teams, and effectively collaborate with other groups in Process Development, TS/MS, and Manufacturing
  
• Support tech transfer of processes to and from manufacturing sites
  
• Authorship of laboratory notebooks, technical reports, and regulatory documents
  
• Keep abreast of relevant scientific literature/new technologies/capabilities and regulatory initiatives/requirements. Lead implementation, as appropriate
  
• Ensure work and team activities are aligned with all relevant Quality, Regulatory, and HSE requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Ph.D in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Biology, or a related field; or BS with NLT 10 years' experience
• General knowledge of cell culture, molecular biology, and fermentation with an emphasis on recombinant protein and / or vaccine manufacturing process development
• General knowledge and understanding of issues associated with scaling of upstream processes, and use of statistics for experimental design and data analysis
• Demonstrated Problem solving and decision-making skills
• Demonstrated scientific and people leadership skills
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Must be able to work productively in an interdisciplinary team environment
• Will work with Risk Group Two organisms (bacterial, viral, MCC)

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