Boehringer Ingelheim (US) Ltd.: Sr. Scientist - Cell Culture

Leads a process science team. Is occasionally the process science representative on a project team  Frequently designs and may execute complex experiments as the leader of a team. Provides guidance to scientists and engineers on team on problems with some precedent. Recognizes unprecidented complex problems. Has  discretion in day to day and week to week operation of groups or teams, in alignment with functional area's long term objectives Represents process science to project team and customers.   This position will be responsible for leading a team of scientists in the Cell Culture at the lab level. This position performs professional planning, coordination, analysis and reporting of the development working packages according to BI guidelines and project management strategies. This position will direct, coach and mentor staff members as well as develop and administer budgets, schedules, and goals.    Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop scalable processes such as mammalian cell culture and harvest processes for upstream and cell culture development
• Lead technology development programs in cell culture in alignment with budget.  Propose new technologies for further development.
• Provide leadership and management of a small group of scientists and engineers.  Ensure worker safety including training, supervision and control of safety guidelines.
• Plan personnel capacity and equipment resources,experimental setup, analysis and coordination of process development packages for internal and external customers. Participate in process transfers and coordination of interfaces as well as reporting and troubleshooting.
• Identify, propose, and execute process and procedural changes to improve process performance, robustness, productivity and efficiency.
• Collaborates within department and cross-functionally to meet set objectives.
• Efficient, lean & reliable execution and compliant
• documentation of cGMP manufacturing, with high quality
• and at low cost. Interface effectively with partner organizations both inside and outside of Process Sciences and external partners and customers. Efficiently navigate site-wide and global quality systems. May drive SOP/BPR generation, review & approval process and RM qualification. Ensure compliance with cGMP guidelines, quality policies,directives and procedures.
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• Requirements:  One to three years leadership experience.
  Master’s degree (e.g. MBA, MSc )3-6 years with a focus in Biopharmaceuticals AND/OR Doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, MD) PhD 2-4 years with a focus in Biology.
  At least 5-8 years of BS experience, thorough knowledge of biotechnology process development methodologies including cell culture, aseptic techniques, as well as bioreactor operation and development.
  Thorough knowledge of GMP biotechnology manufacturing including appropriate .
  Previous experience in successfully managing scientific and engineering function. 
  Proven skills building and maintaining productive relationships with organizational partners such as manufacturing and quality.
  Ability to lead effectively in a matrixed organization.
  Excellent communication and management skills.
  Understanding of validation of biopharmaceutical facilities, equipment and process.