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Senior Engineer / Senior Scientist

Employer
Pfizer
Location
Andover, Massachusetts
Salary
Competitive
Closing date
Jun 30, 2022

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Discipline
Physical Sciences, Chemistry, Engineering
Position Type
Full Time
Job Type
Senior Scientist
Organization Type
All Industry, Pharma
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

A key member of the MSAT Andover Upstream Processing Team with responsibilities for leading the fermentation processes and technologies
  • Execution of complex experimental designs, and oversee interpretation of large data sets, including multifactorial experimental design
  • Assist with manufacturing investigations and process troubleshooting
  • Assist with technology transfers to cGMP facilities
  • Ensure a Continuous Improvement Mindset within the Upstream team
  • Maintain the depth and scientific capability of the fermentation Team. Promote and drive the technical and personal development of peers and juniors
  • Experience in drafting regulatory dossiers for agency submission and responding to queries
  • Ensure the group work safely at all times.
  • Stay current with, and apply, all good work safety practices as recommended by the Andover site, the Biopharma Operating unit, and the company


QUALIFICATIONS :
  • PhD with 0-4 years, MS with 5-8 years, or BS with 7 years of experience in a scientific / technical role within the biotech industry supporting the development and commercialization of therapeutic recombinant proteins or vaccines
  • Previous experience in designing and executing components of major experimental programs for biologics drug substance production in the laboratory or pilot-plant setting.
  • Proficient user of problem-solving, risk analysis and statistical tools
  • Highly proficient in common upstream bioprocessing tools with considerable experience in associated transfer and scale up. Knowledge of all aspects of fermentation, including batch, fed-batch, perfusion and harvest/clarification operations; control and data acquisition systems.
  • Experienced in use of Design of Experiment (DoE) methodology and associated software (JMP, MiniTab) and other statistical tools
  • Hands-on familiarity with drug regulations/regulatory processes and quality/GMP/compliance systems of the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Experience in drafting regulatory dossiers for agency submission

Nice-to-Have
  • Experience in supporting scale-up and technology transfer to pilot or commercial scale facilities
  • Experience with protein and carbohydrate chemistry is strongly desired
  • Proficient in benchtop and up to 20 L Steam in place bioreactor operations

Behavioral attributes
  • Consultative, open andtransparent, with a self-assured bias towards decision making and action when circumstances demand.
  • Highly motivated with a drive towards technical achievements of self and team.
  • Excellent communication skills (verbal + written).
  • Ability to matrix-work effortlessly across team and organizational / hierarchical boundaries


NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
  • May require occasional off- hour working for participation in teleconferences with other global sites.
  • Some travel may be required, but is not expected to be a standard aspect of role (
  • Must be able to lift 25 lbs

Work Location Assignment: On Premise

PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Ability to lift 25 lbs

Ability to preform complex data analysis

A bility to communicate and work on teams

NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
  • May require occasional off- hour working for participation in teleconferences with other global sites.
  • Some travel may be required, but is not expected to be a standard aspect of role (
Relocation support available

Pfizer requires all U.S. new hires to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 prior to the first date of employment. As required by applicable law, Pfizer will consider requests for Reasonable Accommodations.

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