Director, Virology and Microbiological Sciences at Millipore Corporation in Bedford, Massachusetts
Posted in Other about 2 hours ago.
Job Description:
Work Location: Bedford, Massachusetts
Shift: No
Department: LS-PS-RV Scientific & Validation Service
Recruiter: Leah S Westley
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Your Role:
As a Director of the Virology & Microbiological Sciences (VMS) R&D team, you lead a team of managers, scientists and laboratory technicians responsible for all aspects of microbiological testing activities conducted to support new and existing biosafety products. You will effectively allocate and lead resources to ensure project activities and laboratory testing are completed on time and at a high level of quality. You will guide your team to develop and validate new test equipment and methods. You will provide technical consultation on microbiological testing strategy, mentorship, support to aid in product qualification, producUprocess change requests, raw material qualifications and customer applications. You actively lead employee performance and identify and invest in training and development. You develop and maintain external contacts and position of influence in industry with professional/regulatory organizations. You will engage with product development teams, manufacturing sites, commercial teams and other business partners. This position will be based at our Bedford, MA campus.
Who You Are:
Minimum Qualifications:
- MS in Biology, Microbiology or Virology with 10+ years of professional experience
- 5+ years of experience managing a lab-based team with scientists, including employee performance evaluations and development
- Strong understanding of biopharmaceutical process requirements, customer applications, good practices and industry standards
- Demonstrated efficiency in advancing new technologies and successful method development experience
- Good technical agility, expertise in data analysis, strong problem-solving skills
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Results oriented and able to work with business partners to prioritize and provide a clear understanding of expectations
Preferred Qualifications:
- PhD in Biology, Microbiology or Virology with 7+ years of professional experience
- Understanding of quality principles including ISO, quality management systems, Good Documentation Practices
- Experience in leading capital projects and equipment upgrades
- Experience in test method validations
- Familiarity with MilliporeSigma filtration, chromatography and Mobius single-use products
- Formal management training
- Experience with budget planning
The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.
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