Scientist, Biologics (Biophysical)

Job Description

The Scientist, Biologics will operate in the lab as an independent researcher and will conceive, implement, and analyze experiments to produce fully independent data. You will be responsible for method development, validation, and transfer of methods used in the testing of biopharmaceutical products or raw materials. As thecontact for clients, this position will help lead technical client discussions, make complex decisions, and re-evaluate, optimize and troubleshoot methodologies as required by the client.

• Execute and perform testing as per methods, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures, Deviations and Change Control programs and cGMP guidelines as required by client submissions
• Preparefor testing by using good time management skills for each assigned task, such as confirming availability of resources (standards, equipment, etc.) and adequacy of testing documentation, proper application of test procedures, proper technique for data capture and recording, and preparation of the final report of analysis
• Execute method verifications, validations, transfers based on signed protocols with supervision
• Perform routine and more complex analysis/testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical finished products and raw materials
• Record data in a timely manner
• Strictly follows the latest approved version of methods, SOPs, QA manuals unless authorized by Department Manager and/or Group/Scientific Leader in writing
• Record findings in a standardized format, keeping all records and analyst notebooks in good order
• Ensure that all reasonable client requests pertaining to the conduct of a given test are met in a timely and ultimately efficient manner
• Ensure that all client requests for information pertaining to analytical testing (or any of SGS's other services) are passed on to appropriate company personnel in a timely and effective manner
• Ensure that routine testing submitted by clients is completed within established parameters governing turnaround time and quality-of-work expectations
• Participation in departmental and/or company-wide projects designed to improve the nature of SGS client services
• Work as a team with other scientists and communicate effectively with peers and superiors
• Prioritize, schedule, and plan daily work in order to maintain efficient workflow to assure completion of scheduled tasks and to meet established due dates
• Report and Assist in the failure investigations as instructed
• Ensure that equipment is maintained in good order; perform calibrations and qualifications as required
• With supervision, prepare study protocols, study reports, forms, and SOP’s
• Prepare and standardize Test solutions, Standard solutions, and Volumetric solutions
• Assist in the resolution of routine technical problems
• Perform additional assigned lab duties and periodically update Department Manager and/or Group/Scientific Leader on the status
• Maintain clean and organized workbench area ensuring spills are immediately cleaned; disposal is according to laboratory procedures, glassware is appropriately handled and lab solutions are replaced
• Show initiative in completing work orders and providing solutions for effective lab performance
• Constantly look for ways to improve analytical techniques, documentation, and daily work duties
• Conduct troubleshooting where testing/analytical failures occur in liaison with Group/Scientific Leader and designate
• Inform the Department Manager and/or Group/Scientific Leader, as far in advance as possible, if the assigned work order cannot be satisfactorily completed within established scheduled time and quality of work expectations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related sciences
• 10+ years of experience performing advanced testing, analysis, and data interpretation in a regulated, commercial lab environment

• Master's degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related sciences
• 4+years experience performing advanced testing, analysis, and data interpretation in a regulated, commercial lab environment
• Ph.D. degree in Chemistry, Biology, or related sciences

Additional Information

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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