21422 – Process Sciences Specialist – Cork Contractor

Purpose

Responsible for assisting in the effective and efficient execution of analytical test methods for supporting analytical continuous improvement projects and support Small Scale optimisation studies. The candidate will also be an active member within the Process Sciences group supporting the efficient & safe operation of the Process Sciences Lab. A high level of innovation, enthusiasm and drive will be required to deliver technical excellence to support high throughput demand on Process Sciences analytical support.

Responsibilities

• Strong knowledge of protein chemistry and analytical techniques particularly HPLC.
• Perform laboratory experiments required to deliver on project timelines.
• Present technical findings regularly to stakeholders and to wider technical groups.
• Communicate with people of all levels of a business.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, including method optimisation and troubleshooting.
• Support small scale analytical test method optimisation activities and general small scale support activities.
• Preparation of documentation associated with the projects in accordance with GDP (good documentation practice) and site procedures.
• Participate in cross-functional problem-solving teams for troubleshooting and investigations and Quality functions.
• Support lab compliance with site safety and environmental standards.
• Prepare and review of technical documents, procedures, metrics, etc.

Requirements

• MSc (Science) with at least 2 years’ experience in an analytical/ small scale process development role in QC or an analytical/process development group.
• Qualification (Science) with at least 3 years’ experience in an analytical/ small scale process development role in QC or an analytical/process development group.
• High level of presentation skills required as the role entails presenting technical presentations to wider technical groups.
• Experience with ASTRA & EMPOWER software, Agilent/Waters HPLCs.
• High level written and verbal communications with advanced PC skills.
• Self-motivated and ability to work as part of a team with good project management skills.
• Demonstrated ability to fully realize improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrated successes in a team environment, such as project teams, problem solving teams etc.