Location Collegeville, PennsylvaniaUS
Job ID REQ-053915
Job Responsibilities:
Make innovative contributions by leading the identification and procurement of lab automation solutions for pain points in drug product development
Coordinate timely execution of work packages that support drug product development. Coordination typically includes representatives from Analytical, Statistics and Sterile formulations
Actively participate in project meetings and contribute effectively to ongoing efforts in the lab automation area
Advance scientific understanding and improve current ways of working in automation as applied to drug product development and participating in internal presentations and applying knowledge of the current literature
Deliver the above in a precise and timely manner, adhering to safety and quality expectations. Comply with the requirements of Quality, Safety and customer policies and procedures and ensure that customer intellectual property is protected.
Maintain training and compliance in areas of health and safety, security, environmental and operational aspects of daily activities in the working environment
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job at any time
Basic Qualifications:
PhD in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, mechanical engineering or any engineering fieldOR
Master's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, mechanical engineering or any engineering fieldwith 3-5 years of similar experience in protein formulation and drug delivery development experience OR
Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology, Chemistry, Physics, mechanical engineering or any engineering field with 5-7 years of similar experience in protein formulation and drug delivery development experience
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with scoping automation and developing automated workflows
Experience with liquid handlers such as Hamilton and Tecan
Experience scoping, creating URS with SME input and procuring equipment/instruments
Experience with data automation and data engineering principles
Proven ability to lead collaboratively in a matrix style environment
Analytical and physical testing, and data analysis
Knowledge and experience applying data integrity principles in everyday activities
Working Environment
Must be able to work in a laboratory, controlled environments requiring personal protective equipment (e.g., lab coat, safety glasses, etc.) in laboratory
Job pace may be fast and job completion demands may be high
Must be able to remain in a stationary position more than 25% of the time
The person needs to occasionally move between labs, corridors, adjoining rooms, and buildings on-site
Frequently operate on instruments, objects, tools, or controls, which will require regularly bending,
Occasionally move or lift up to 25 pounds (potential for occasional lifting of up to 50 pounds)
Specific vision abilities required by this position include without limitation, the ability to observe details at close range distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus in order to perform the essential service functions of this position
Occasionally operates a computer and other office machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer
Employee may be required to handle hazardous waste according to local, state, and federal regulations
Duties may include identifying, handling, generating, accumulating, storing, and labeling hazardous waste
Potential risk to lab-based hazards including but not limited to extreme temperature, biological materials, and hazardous chemicals
May be required to complete Medical Clearance, Respiratory Protection Training, and Fit Testing to wear a respirator as protection against hazards present in the laboratory environment
The annualcompensation range for this full-time position is $71,240.00 to $106,600.00. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.