Manufacturing Scientist - Fermentation - 12 Months FTC

Merck KGaA, Darmstadt, Germany; Livingston; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Manufacturing Scientist for their Fermentation team in Livingston. This role involves operating fermentation systems, analyzing data, and ensuring compliance with Good Manufacturing Practices. Ideal candidates will have a degree in science or HND, strong communication skills, and knowledge of cGMP standards.

Qualifications

• Degree in science or HND with relevant experience.
• Strong communication skills.
• Knowledge of cGMP standards.

Responsibilities

• Operate fermentation systems, including cleaning and preparation.
• Monitor and analyze fermentation data, making recommendations for changes.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP and proper documentation.

Skills

Communication

Knowledge of cGMP standards

Education

Degree in Science

HND with relevant experience

Job description

Your Role:
We have an excellent opportunity for a Manufacturing Scientist to join our Fermentation team in Livingston on a 12 Months Fixed Term Contract. You will participate in the primary production fermentation process. Your responsibilities will include operating fermentation systems, including cleaning and preparation, monitoring and analyzing fermentation data, and making recommendations for changes. You will assist in data analysis and reporting related to fermentation output, maintain cleanliness and organization in fermentation areas, and ensure compliance with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and proper documentation. Additionally, you will prepare and maintain equipment and materials for fermentation processes and participate in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives.
Essential Job Functions:

• Operate fermentation systems, including cleaning and preparation.
• Monitor and analyze fermentation data, making recommendations for changes.
• Assist in data analysis and reporting related to fermentation output.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of fermentation areas.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP and proper documentation.
• Prepare and maintain equipment and materials for fermentation processes.
• Participate in Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) initiatives.

Who You Are:

• You hold a degree in science (preferably biotechnology) or an HND with relevant experience.
• You possess strong communication skills.
• You have knowledge of cGMP standards in a regulated environment.