As a key member of the Manufacturing Sciences - Downstream Laboratory group, the Downstream Engineer will be responsible for providing technical support of processes for commercial and late-stage clinical production of Biologics, including process and product investigations/troubleshooting, continuous process improvement and life-cycle management, technology transfer and process validation. You will lead or contribute as a key member of various cross-functional teams and will interact extensively with other departments within the company, including Manufacturing, QA, QC, PD, Engineering and RA etc.
location: Lexington, Massachusetts
job type: Contract
salary: $45.00 - 52.08 per hour
work hours: 9 to 5
education: Bachelors
responsibilities:
- Lead and execute continuous process improvements, aimed at improving robustness, capacity, and productivity. Provide technical expertise and leadership in planning, designing and conducting experiments, analyzing data and documenting results towards continuous downstream process improvement, including reducing recurring deviations, and increasing level of safety and/or compliance
- Provide technical expertise and leadership in trouble-shooting and root cause analysis for investigations of complex technical nature
- Provide high quality written study proposals, research and development reports, and investigation reports
- Support implementation of effective and sustainable process control strategy by utilization of Process and Analytical Technologies (PAT)
qualifications:
- A BS in Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Chemical Engineering or related disciplines with a minimum 1 year of relevant experience in a biotechnology/pharmaceutical environment.
- Experience working in a laboratory.
- Knowledge of chromatography, ultrafiltration/diafiltration, and depth filtration processes for mammalian cell cultures.
- Proven record of technical capabilities.
- Proficiency in data analysis and visualizations tools such as JMP, Excel, and SIMCA
- Proven ability to work in a fast-paced environment with demonstrated capacity to juggle multiple tasks and demands.
- Knowledge of upstream mammalian cell culture process is a plus.
skills: Chromatography, Mammalian Cell Culture, Ultrafiltration, Diafiltration
Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.
At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com.
Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).
This posting is open for thirty (30) days.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
