Principal MSAT Scientist/Process Engineer
We want you to feel inspired every day. We’re future-focused and our business is growing. We succeed together through passion, commitment and teamwork, and so can you.
We are currently recruiting for a Principal Scientist / Process Engineer to join the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team. The purpose of this role is to manage the delivery of cross functional projects to enable New Product Introduction to GMP and drive Continuous Improvement in line with company goals.
Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) is a group within Operations where individuals can apply their knowledge and expertise to enable the introduction of new processes and technologies to GMP manufacturing, driving robustness and continuous improvement throughout the product life cycle. MSAT is a key contributor to the delivery of customer projects, and to the future growth of the company.
Your responsibilities in this role would be:
- Provide technical leadership to enable project scoping and delivery in line with company objectives.
- Provide leadership and direction on MSAT activities to the project teams to ensure all project deliverables and milestones are met within agreed scope, timelines and budget.
- Analyse and interpret data to identify potential areas for improvement of process performance. Identify possible solutions and define strategy for implementation of these improvements.
- As a subject matter expert, contribute to and/or lead troubleshooting and technical investigations as required.
- Write, revise, review and approve TT documentation, SOPs, technical reports, and risk assessments.
- Maintain a safe working environment by ensuring appropriate H&S training, risk assessments and COSHH assessments are in place.
- Promote appropriate, effective communication within the team, with members of other departments, and with external collaborators.
- Contribute to cross departmental activities and provide expert advice and technical input where needed.
- Deputise for the Technical Manager /Director when required.
We are looking for:
- Suitable qualification (BSc / Masters/ PhD / EngD) in a life science subject or biotechnology, chemical engineering or related discipline
- Significant experience in GMP manufacturing / manufacturing science and technology/technical development / quality.
- Proven technical leadership and communication skills to gain internal company support and influence external partners and internal project teams at all levels.
- Expertise in the use / application of variety of problem-solving tools and quality risk assessment methodologies would be ideal
- In depth technical knowledge in specific areas of the processes used by OXB.
- Experience in aseptic processing and/or fill & finish would be desirable.
- Knowledge in regulations to enable GMP manufacture.
About Us:
We are an innovative leading viral vector specialist focused on delivering life changing therapies to patients.
Our innovative solutions and proven expertise allow us and our customers, the biotech and biopharma industry, to deliver life-saving therapies to reach even more patients.
The success of cell and gene therapy products transforms outcomes for millions of people suffering from some of the world’s worst diseases and medical conditions.
We work together and are motivated to make a difference, and so can you.
What’s in it for you:
- Highly competitive reward packages
- Wellbeing programmes
- Development opportunities
- A 35-hour working week.
- Welcoming, friendly, supportive colleagues
- A diverse and inclusive working environment
- Our values are: Deliver Innovation, Be Inspiring and Have Integrity
- State of the art laboratory and manufacturing facilities
We want you to feel inspired every day. We’re future-focused and our business is growing rapidly. We succeed together through passion, commitment and teamwork, and so can you.
Collaborate. Contribute. Change lives.