DevOps Drug Substance Scientist I

Boehringer Ingelheim; Fremont (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

Boehringer Ingelheim in the United States (Fremont area) is seeking Scientists I and II in DevOps Drug Substance to advance process development for the drug substance lifecycle. You will apply principles in cell culture and purification to execute routine experiments and mentor junior staff, with occasional leadership responsibilities.

Roles require working knowledge of mammalian culture, data integrity, and collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• BS with 2+ years of relevant experience or MS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related field.
• Strong understanding of cell biology, biochemistry, protein separation, and analytics.
• Able to work in a team and communicate effectively.
• Willing to learn and adapt to off-hours, weekend work.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.

Responsibilities

• Supports development of scalable mammalian cell culture, harvest, and purification processes for biologics.
• Maintains proper data documentation.
• Performs routine equipment setup and lab maintenance activities.
• Assists in tech transfer and manufacturing support including deviation investigations and on-site work as required.
• Supports regulatory filings by contributing to authorship and review of CMC sections.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Self-motivation

Flexibility

Willing to learn

Lift 25 lbs

Education

BS/MS in Chemical/ Biochemical Eng

MS/PhD level (3+ years)

Tools

JMP

Minitab

Job description

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

This position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend work may be required to support business needs, critical projects, or operational demands.

The Scientist I, DevOps Drug Substance is a member of Development Operations Drug Substance (DevOps DS), responsible for process development of the entire drug substance process (from vial thaw to formulated drug substance) and process ownership throughout the product life cycle. Operating as a DevOps DS project team member and occasionally as a coordinator, the incumbent applies scientific principles and process knowledge and expertise in cell culture and/or purification CMC development to execute, analyze, and document routine experiments with minimal oversight and complex experiments with regular team interaction.

The Scientist I, DevOps Drug Substance also may direct and mentor junior group members and summer interns.

The Scientist II, DevOps Drug Substance is a member of Development Operations Drug Substance (DevOps DS), responsible for process development of the entire drug substance process (from vial thaw to formulated drug substance) and process ownership throughout the product life cycle. Operating as a DevOps DS project team member and occasionally as a team leader/coordinator, the incumbent applies scientific principles and process knowledge and expertise in cell culture and/or purification CMC development to execute, analyze, and document complex experiments with regular team interaction, and develop solutions to address frequently encountered problems.

The Scientist II, DevOps Drug Substance also occasionally serves as the DevOps DS representative on a cross-functional project team and directs and mentors junior group members and summer interns.

Description

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development, and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in several ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, mobility, networking, and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

This position is scheduled to work Monday through Friday. Occasional weekend work may be required to support business needs, critical projects, or operational demands.

The Scientist I, DevOps Drug Substance is a member of Development Operations Drug Substance (DevOps DS), responsible for process development of the entire drug substance process (from vial thaw to formulated drug substance) and process ownership throughout the product life cycle. Operating as a DevOps DS project team member and occasionally as a coordinator, the incumbent applies scientific principles and process knowledge and expertise in cell culture and/or purification CMC development to execute, analyze, and document routine experiments with minimal oversight and complex experiments with regular team interaction.

The Scientist I, DevOps Drug Substance also may direct and mentor junior group members and summer interns.

The Scientist II, DevOps Drug Substance is a member of Development Operations Drug Substance (DevOps DS), responsible for process development of the entire drug substance process (from vial thaw to formulated drug substance) and process ownership throughout the product life cycle. Operating as a DevOps DS project team member and occasionally as a team leader/coordinator, the incumbent applies scientific principles and process knowledge and expertise in cell culture and/or purification CMC development to execute, analyze, and document complex experiments with regular team interaction, and develop solutions to address frequently encountered problems.

The Scientist II, DevOps Drug Substance also occasionally serves as the DevOps DS representative on a cross-functional project team and directs and mentors junior group members and summer interns.

Duties & Responsibilities

Scientist I DevOps Drug Substance

• Supports the development of scalable mammalian cell culture, harvest, and purification processes for biologics


• Maintains proper and timely data documentation


• Prepares development protocols and reports as needed


• Performs routine equipment and lab maintenance activities, including equipment set up, supply and chemical ordering and storage


• Identifies, proposes, and executes process and procedural changes to improve lab activities and organization, process performance, robustness, productivity, and efficiency


• Assists in new technology innovation projects, development of new processes, and development of project scope and deliverables for execution and implementation


• Participates in training and development opportunities to gain an understanding of standards of practice and departmental policies


• Ensures worker safety by completing training and complying with procedures and safety guidelines


• Assists in tech transfer and manufacturing support including experimental work for deviation troubleshooting and occasional person-in-plant as required


• Supports regulatory filings by contributing to compliance check and data verification

Scientist II DevOps Drug Substance

• Supports, and may lead a small team in pursuit of, the development of scalable mammalian cell culture, harvest, and purification processes for biologics


• Maintains proper and timely data documentation


• Performs comprehensive data analysis of process statistics, identifies process deviations, and prepares and reviews protocols and technical reports


• Performs routine equipment and lab maintenance activities, including equipment set up, supply and chemical ordering and storage


• Identifies, proposes, and executes process and procedural changes to improve lab activities and organization, process performance, robustness, productivity, and efficiency


• Proposes new technology innovation projects, development of new processes, and development of project scope and deliverables for execution and implementation


• Participates in training and development opportunities to gain an understanding of standards of practice and departmental policies


• Ensures worker safety by completing training and complying with procedures and safety guidelines


• Assists in tech transfer and manufacturing support including deviation investigations and occasional person-in-plant as required


• Collaborates with internal and external partners as required


• Supports regulatory filings by contributing to authorship and review of CMC sections

Requirements

Scientist I DevOps Drug Substance

• BS with two-plus (2+) years of relevant experience or MS in Chemical / Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific field


• Basic understanding of cell biology, biochemistry, protein separation, and analytics


• Strong verbal and written communication and organization skills


• Able to perform in a team setting


• Highly self-motivated, flexible, and willing to learn


• Able to lift up to 25 lbs


• The position requires some off hours, weekend, and holiday work

Scientist II DevOps Drug Substance

• BS with five-plus (5+) years of relevant experience or MS with three-plus (3+) years or PhD, in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or related scientific field


• Basic understanding of cell biology, biochemistry, protein separation, and analytics


• Demonstrated capability to identify and solve scientific problems


• Strong verbal and written communication and organization skills


• Able to perform in a team setting


• Highly self-motivated and detail-oriented


• Statistical analysis skills, including use of statistical software such as JMP and/or Minitab


• Able to lift up to 25 lbs


• The position requires some off hours, weekend, and holiday work

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction


• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required)


• Must be 18 years of age or older

Compensation Details

The base salary range for this position is $60,000 to $122,000. The position may be eligible for a role specific discretionary bonus, relocation, and/or other compensation elements. We continuously review market data and may adjust salary ranges as needed in the future. Actual compensation will be based on job-related factors such as skills, experience, and qualifications, and other factors permitted by law. For an overview of our benefits please click here .

Our Company

Boehringer Ingelheim is a biopharmaceutical company active in both human and animal health. As one of the industry's top investors in research and development, the company focuses on developing innovative therapies that can improve and extend lives in areas of high unmet medical need. Independent since its foundation in 1885, Boehringer takes a long-term perspective, embedding sustainability along the entire value chain. Our approximately 54,300 employees serve over 130 markets to build a healthier and more sustainable tomorrow. Learn more at www.boehringer-ingelheim.com.

Why Boehringer Ingelheim?

With us, you can develop your own path in a company with a culture that knows our differences are our strengths - and break new ground in the drive to make millions of lives better.

Here, your development is our priority. Supporting you to build a career as part of a workplace that is independent, authentic and bold, while tackling challenging work in a respectful and friendly environment where everyone is valued and welcomed.

Alongside, you have access to programs and groups that ensure your health and wellbeing are looked after - as we make major investments to drive global accessibility to healthcare. By being part of a team that is constantly innovating, you'll be helping to transform lives for generations.

Want to learn more? Visit https://www.boehringer-ingelheim.com