Senior Development Scientist/Development Scientist

Summary about this job

Detail information about job Senior Development Scientist/Development Scientist. Terms and conditions vacancy

The responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·            Assist or lead in design, development, operation and optimization of biologic separation technology and  processes in a cGMP environment;

·            Coordinate and deliver engineering projects by leading development of equipment specifications, testing and optimisation with external contractors and consultants;

·            Carry out R&D projects relating to process development, optimisation and scale up; and achieve outcomes within defined constraints (cost, time and quality);

·            Develop SOPs for process and analytic methods; facilitate technology transfer; provide training and support to Production team with biological separation processes and analytical assays; and provide project management leadership;

·            Report progress and outcomes both internally and with collaborating organisations

Skills and experience

The successful candidate will possess:

·       Tertiary qualifications in mechanical or chemical engineering, biological sciences or related fields with at least 3 years of relevant work experience; postgraduate qualifications are preferable;

·       Experience in research and large scale bioprocessing techniques, biological separations and biological assay development, especially in regulated field;

·       Preferably experience in cGMP working environment, start-ups, commissioning and qualification of process equipment in an operating plant;

·       An understanding and experience of quality systems and the need to develop and follow SOPs, particularly in a cGMP environment;

·       Excellent interpersonal and communication skills as well as demonstrated ability to work independently and in a team;

·       Experience in project management and delivery.

Ideally, we are seeking an individual who is:

·            Willing to lead and work well within a team;

·            The ability to troubleshoot, think logically and prioritise;

·            Possess leadership quality, effective communication and organisation skills;

·            A high level of problem solving and multitasking skills;

·            The ability to demonstrate an ongoing commitment to professional development.