MS&T Scientist

Dublin
9 months ago
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The MS&T Scientist (Specialist) is responsible for contributing to the overall running of the MS&T Bioprocess Laboratory and working across site as part of a diverse and interdisciplinary team to build capability and knowledge in the manufacture of biologics at a Dublin based Biotech Multinational.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and execute analytical testing to support USP-DSP scale-down model establishments, satellite runs and investigation/improvement studies in the MS&T lab

  • Plan and execute DSP laboratory studies (i.e. chromatography runs, filter assessments)

  • Support the transfer of analytical methods into the MS&T laboratory.

  • Provide specialist analytical support to the site and the network for non-routine analysis and troubleshooting.

  • Experimental design, execution, data analysis and interpretation.

  • Author and review standard operating procedures and technical reports

  • Supporting multidisciplinary teams (MS&T, quality, analytics, regulatory) for process improvement and troubleshooting.

  • Assuring effective application of Lean SixSigma and Change Management tools in the Analytical Sciences group by

    Educational and experience requirements

  • Bachelor of Science degree qualification with minimum 5 years of experience, Master of Science degree qualification with minimum of 3 years experience, or PhD degree qualification (scientific discipline in biotechnology, biochemistry, pharmacy, process engineering or equivalent).

  • Technical expertise with biologics drug substance upstream and downstream operations, analytical testing, process development and tech transfer.

  • Proven ability to work as part of a team but also on own initiative as well.

  • Ability to think logically and be proactive under pressure.

  • Effective communicator and deep technical expertise in science.

  • Proven ability around working cross functionally, focusing on meeting and tracking to schedules and embracing an interdependent work culture.

  • Experience working in a GMP / regulated environment is desirable.

  • Organisation Skills – Ability to manage multiple priorities and know when to escalate issues for resolution

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