Manufacturing Scientist Downstream

On behalf of our Pharmaceutical Client in Solothurn, we are looking for a Manufacturing Scientist Downstream.

Client: Pharmaceutical

Location: Solothurn

Start date: ASAP

Duration: 8 Months

Role Summary/Purpose

Based in the Solothurn biologics drug substance manufacturing facility, the Global Manufacturing Sciences (GMS) department provides key technical expertise to manufacturing processes at the site. The Manufacturing Scientist in Downstream Processing will conduct laboratory studies to support tech transfer, manufacturing investigations and process improvement projects. In addition, he/she will support day-to-day laboratory activities as well as the maintenance and improvement of the GMS lab capabilities and procedures.

Job Description

1. Hands on execution and documentation of purification and filtration experiments in the GMS laboratory to support tech transfer, manufacturing investigations and process improvement projects. Analyze lab study samples and data, author reports to document study outcomes, communicate study results to management and project teams.

2. Perform activities to support GMS lab operations including sample and data management, reagents and consumables management, buffer/solution preparation, equipment maintenance, author work instructions and maintain a safe workspace.

3. Work within cross-functional teams to support manufacturing scale projects (TT, process investigations, CAPA or change control implementation). Author investigation protocols and reports, validation protocols and reports, sample plans as required.

Qualifications

Apprenticeship, Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioprocess Engineering, Chemistry, Biology, or closely allied discipline. Apprenticeship with +3 years,

BSc. and MSc. with 1 to 5 years of industry experience.

Technical knowledge and experience with biomanufacturing and/or process development. Experience in operating lab scale purification and filtration systems.

Proficiency with data workflows and analytics is beneficial. Good collaboration and communication skills to work within a team

If you are interested, please reply with a copy of your CV.

Recruitment contact: Elaine Kanwar

Tel: +41 61 282 2223