Scientist – II

Pyramid Consulting, Inc; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 66,124 - 73,012; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision)

401(k) plan

Paid sick leave

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a talented Scientist – II for a 12+ month contract role in Elkhorn, NE. This position focuses on the development and scaling of processes for veterinary vaccines, requiring expertise in cell culture, virology, and bioprocessing. The ideal candidate will possess a strong educational background in Biochemical Engineering or related fields, along with extensive experience in vaccine manufacturing. Join a dynamic team where your contributions will directly impact the advancement of innovative solutions in the pharmaceutical industry. This role promises to be both challenging and rewarding, offering opportunities for professional growth and collaboration in a vibrant work environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience in vaccine/biopharmaceuticals R&D or related.
• Excellent project management and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and scale up processes for veterinary vaccines and therapeutics.
• Collaborate with R&D and Manufacturing to bring new products to market.

Skills

Cell culture

Bio reactors

Virology

Problem-solving

Teamwork

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Engineering

Master's degree

PhD in related field

Tools

Project tracking tools

Job description

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Base pay range

$48.00/hr - $53.00/hr

Immediate need for a talented Scientist – II. This is a 12+months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Elkhorn, NE (Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job ID: 25-63885

Pay Range: $48 - $53/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Works independently as a team member on the development and scale up of processes or technologies of microbial, virus and cell cultivations, biomolecules concentration and purification and final formulation of veterinary vaccines and therapeutics.
• Works independently as a team member on the transfer of processes or technologies of microbial, virus and cell cultivations, biomolecules concentration and purification and final formulation of veterinary vaccines and therapeutics to the production lines.
• Works independently as a team member on the development of processes or technologies and its transfer to the production lines within the timelines set for this purpose, whereby these processes and technologies meet the requirements of the customer with regard to safety, quality, cost-efficiency, practical applicability and consistency.
• Works independently as a team member on technical investigations, validation and/or process improvement projects.
• Examine issues from diverse perspectives (safety, compliance, automation, equipment, process and people) in order to best understand and resolve the root cause.
• Whether or not in collaboration with team members from other departments (e.g. QC, BTS, Pharmaceutical Technical Support, R&D, Production or Analytical Technical Services) gives direction to scientifically based decisions within projects aimed at the improvement of products, solving problems or development of new products.
• If necessary, performs development, introduction and/or testing of new technologies.
• Collaborates and interfaces with R&D and Manufacturing and other departments to bring new products to the market.
• Works within large cross-functional teams and demonstrates working knowledge of current USDA regulatory guidelines and advanced technical knowledge.
• Develop project charters and project plans and align with all sponsors and stakeholders.
• Key capabilities include standard project management activities:
• Development of timelines, use of project tracking tools, definition of deliverables, definition of roles and responsibilities, risk identification tracking and mitigation.
• Coordinates and tracks team activities by leading or participating in core team meetings, communicates project risks and status to appropriate stakeholders and escalates issues to sponsors as needed in advance of deviation from project plans.
• Assures consistent application of standardized work, engineering and process tools.
• Conducts and designs experimental protocols as needed using the R&D lab facilities and/or production equipment at full scale.
• Creates and updates technical and manufacturing documents necessary for investigations, process design/definition, engineering studies, process demonstrations, change control and validation.
• Displays our Company's leadership behaviors and demonstrate a high emotional intelligence.
• Effectively collaborates with peers on site and above site as required. Contributes to international projects (Global Projects).
• Interact closely with fellow scientists from your own and other departments. If required with external collaboration partners.
• Actively contributes to the improvement or acceleration of activities within the department, also in the field of Environment Health and Safety.
• Trains and guides employees and / or trainees.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key Skills: Cell culture, Bio reactors, Virology.
• Bachelor’s degree in Biochemical Engineering, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering, Biology, Biochemistry, Protein Chemistry, Microbiology +4 years’ experience in vaccine/biopharmaceuticals Research and Development, Process Development and/or biological manufacturing or closely related field or Master degree +3 years’ experience or PhD with +1 in related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent teamwork skills.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a hands-on approach to solving problems inclusive of diverse perspectives (e.g. safety, compliance, manufacturing).
• Can work together in multidisciplinary and international teams.
• Experience in bioprocess scale up and vaccine manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of USDA regulations.
• Knowledge of GMP requirements for manufacturing and testing of biological products.
• Understanding statistics and application to process monitoring and control.
• Excellent project management, documentation and writing skills.

Notes:

• WORK LOCATION: ELKHORN, NE
• 100% onsite role.
• 12 months assignment with possibility of extension.
• Performs off-shift work (only as needed).

Our client is a leading Pharmaceutical Industry, and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration.

Pyramid Consulting, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.