Senior Scientist - Process Development

Responsibilities
As a Sr Scientist - Automation, you will lead the development of automation projects from inception to industrialization, collaborating with project managers and stakeholders to ensure successful implementation. Your expertise in automation tools, software, and systems will empower scientists in the lab with fit-for-purpose and easy-to-use solutions. You will also develop and maintain a sustained model of resourcing, ensuring appropriate service level agreements (SLAs) are in place with equipment providers.

Requirements
* Bachelor's degree in lab sciences such as Chemistry, Biochemistry, Material Science, Immunology, Biology, Molecular Biology or similar* Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 4 years')

OR Masters degree and previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 2 years')

OR PhD* Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:* Experience in automation within the biopharmaceutical or pharmaceutical industry or another industry. GMP experience required.* Good understanding of the biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical development process.* Expertise in commissioning and validation of automation systems.* Understanding of device networking and communication protocols.* Experience in installing and servicing large integrated systems.* Experience in automation controllers and process control (PLCs, Microcontrollers, knowledge of GAMP 5 is a plus).

*Software and Protocols*:

• Experience writing protocols in Evoware and Venus software (nice-to-have).
• Experience in the design, programming, start-up, commissioning, and troubleshooting of integrated laboratory equipment with electronic data and archive systems.
• Prior experience supporting the validation of lab computer systems.
• Proficiency in the general functions of sample management and relational databases.

*Programming Languages and Management Systems*:

• Experience coding in Visual Basic or C# (or similar language).
• Experience with LIMS (Laboratory Information Management System) design and administration.
• Preferred technologies: SAP, Labware, LIMS, ELN, OpenLab, Empower, OneCDS, Hamilton, Beckman Coulter, Thermo Scientific, automated liquid handlers.

*Analytical Techniques and Automation*:

• Experience developing and executing biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical assays/methods and operating/troubleshooting laboratory equipment.
• Familiarity with current industry trends in lab automation.
• Experience with automated/automating data flows from testing design through analytical equipment and into LIMS/ELN systems.

*Process Design and Systems Administration*:

• Experience with process mapping and workflow design to deliver fully integrated solutions.
• Experience in systems/account administration, network design, and server troubleshooting.

*Interpersonal Skills*:

• Demonstrated ability to interact well with peers and senior personnel in multidisciplinary teams involving scientific, engineering, and operational disciplines.
• Work Environment: *

PPD, part of Thermo Fisher Scientific values the health and well-being of our employees. We support and encourage individuals to create a healthy and balanced environment where they can thrive. Below is listed the working environment/requirements for this role:

• Able to communicate, receive, and understand information and ideas with diverse groups of people in a comprehensible and reasonable manner.
• Able to work upright and stationary and/or standing for typical working hours.
• Able to lift and move objects up to 25 pounds.
• Able to work in non-traditional work environments.
• Able to use and learn standard office equipment and technology with proficiency.
• May have exposure to potentially hazardous elements, including infectious agents, typically found in healthcare or laboratory environments.
• Able to perform successfully under pressure while prioritizing and handling multiple projects or activities.
• Our 4i Values:*

Integrity – Innovation – Intensity – Involvement. If you resonate with our 4i values above, and ultimately wish to accelerate the delivery of safe and effective therapeutics for some of the world's most urgent health needs, submit your application – we'd love to hear from you