MSAT Associate Principal Scientist

Job description:

To independently lead the technical transfer of multiple concurrent upstream manufacturing  processes (USP) from Process Development, Pilot Scale and other sites of manufacture to GMP operations in Vacaville. The role will be a recognized process expert.  Supporting multiple customer project teams to deliver manufacturing processes in negotiation with external customers as well as other internal cross-functional teams. This role has the opportunity to develop an extensive internal network. Building influence and credibility in the industry. In addition, the role will act as a coach/mentor to more junior team members and cross functionally as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).

Key responsibilities

• Independently leads MSAT USP members to support site goals and objectives (e.g. CPV, CAPEX, Customer Programs, implementation of new technology).

• Independently finds opportunities to improve manufacturing, quality system, and business processes that increases the overall productivity of the group and site.

• Provide SME guidance to site and network in multiple MSAT USP core proficiencies (e.g. cell banking, cell culture analytics, process analytical technology, advanced data analytics, design of experiments, contamination control strategies).

• Independently represents and is an influential MSAT representative within multiple customer product project teams using a standard methodology/procedure to successfully transfer both existing as well as evaluate new technologies either into USP operations from development through to cGMP manufacturing.

• Accountable for the introduction and support of qualification of new process technologies into cGMP manufacturing, leading cross functional teams to ensure relevant transfer and communication of critical process and technical information such that successful outcomes are achieved as agreed with customer.

Key requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Sciences or relevant field.

• Contributes to the resolution of identified complex manufacturing process issues through leading RCA procedures  to ensure continuous improvements are made to the cGMP process 

• Design and implementation of manufacturing controls and monitoring systems to ensure continuous process verification (CPV) is met for commercial processes.

• Provides strong scientific leadership by championing new technologies, whilst maintaining and improving existing technologies

• Scientifically directs multi-disciplinary teams to achieve the objectives of major/ complex projects. Project manages the introduction of new processes, equipment, technologies broadly in with areas of expertise.

• Represents and is an influential MSAT team member within multiple customer facing project teams using a standard methodology/procedures to successfully transfer complex processes into USP GMP manufacturing from international process development and pilot scale facilities.

We recognize that attracting, developing and retaining the best talent is key to our strategy and success as a company.  As a result, we aim for flexibility in structuring competitive compensation offers to ensure that we are able to attract the best candidates.  As required by law in this state, the quoted salary range for this position is $129,000 to $219,000. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities; while also allowing for differentiation on performance based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at the company between the lower and the middle part of the applicable range. We tailor our offers within the range based on job-related factors, including organizational needs, internal equity, market data, geographic area and the selected candidate’s experience, education, industry knowledge, location, technical and/or communication skills and other factors that may prove relevant during the selection process. This range is only inclusive of base salary, and base pay is just one component of Lonza’s total compensation package for employees. Full-time employees are eligible to receive a performance-related bonus, as well as a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.