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- Lead the development of pilot scale downstream processing (DSP) unit operations of plasmid DNA from bacterial cell paste (from 10 L - 100 L bioreactor fermentation), to include lysis, clarification, ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and ion exchange chromatography.
- Plan and execute structured process development experiments to achieve the target yield, process optimization, product quality, scale-up and process robustness objectives.
- Document work thoroughly with a detail-oriented approach, write concise technical reports, and make effective presentations to management and other team members.
- Translate developed processes into standard operating procedures (SOPs) as well as necessary calibration and preventive maintenance SOPs.
- Provide significant input and direction to the build-out of a new pilot-scale manufacturing operation from the ground-up, including operational management systems, quality processes, and personnel decisions.
- Lead the process transition into the new facility.
- Provide daily direction to operators in the safe and compliant production of plasmid DNA from bacterial fermentation.
- Provide supervision of the team, including training, personal development, and evaluation.
- Control inventory of raw materials, consumables, and waste streams within the working environment according to company SOPs.
- Ensure batches are manufactured in accordance with cGMPs, batch records, procedures and completed according to schedule and budget
- Perform batch record review in a thorough and timely manner.
- Write validation protocols and lead the technical support staff to successfully execute IQ, OQ, and PQ.
- Troubleshoot, optimize, and improve ongoing process activity with scientific curiosity.
- Research literature and keep current with current bioprocessing industry standards, technical advancements, and regulatory requirements.
- Prioritize responsibilities, multi-task, and remain flexible with changing objectives.
- Operate effectively under the pressure of meeting demanding deadlines in a dynamic technical environment.
- B.S. or M.S. degree in Biochemical/Chemical Engineering preferred. Will also consider other disciplines such as Biology, Chemistry, or related field with requisite experience.
- 4+ years of hands-on biopharmaceutical experience at pilot or commercial scale with bioreactor fermentation (USP) and DSP of plasmid DNA from bacterial cell paste, including lysis, clarification, ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and ion exchange chromatography.
- 2+ years of experience working in a GMP manufacturing environment. Candidates with supervisory experience are preferred.
- Significant experience using ultrafiltration and diafiltration with tangential flow filtration (TFF) in a DSP unit operation.
- Sound understanding of plasmid DNA biochemistry in microbial hosts relevant to downstream purification.
- Understanding of engineering issues related to process scale-up (10 to 100 L fermentation scale or higher) and ability to apply both practical and analytical skills to develop new processes.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, particularly Word and Excel required. Experience with advanced graphing and/or statistical software such as GraphPad Prism is beneficial.
- Experience authoring technical reports and presentations to enable management evaluation.
Vacancy expired!