Senior Scientist, Analytical R&D
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Position Overview & Specifications
- Develop, design, and perform experiments related to Process Analytical Technology methods to support the development of batch and continuous drug product processes.
- Interact seamlessly with subject matter experts, and partner with formulators, analysts, process modellers and chemical engineers from across Pfizer R&D and manufacturing organizations as part of a multi-disciplinary project team.
- Help to establish the effective operation of a new GMP continuous manufacturing facility.
- Work in a global organisation, by interacting with counterparts at different locations working on similar platforms and systems.
- Support the application of new and existing PAT methodologies to enable the development and transfer of processes to GMP manufacturing facilities.
- Develop automated data analysis solutions for continuous and batch manufacturing platforms.
- Mentor and collaborate with peers.
- Interact with, and present effectively to management and senior management.
- Engage with the external scientific community through publications and presentations.
- Apply PAT methodologies to support the validation of existing and novel continuous drug product manufacturing platforms.
- BSc or MSc degree in a STEM subject
- Proven extensive experience in a relevant industrial or research setting.
- Excellent communication and personal interaction skills
- Knowledge of at least one vibrational spectroscopy area (NIR, mid-IR, Raman, UV/Vis) with hands-on experience in the integration of process analytics to quantify solid or liquid samples.
- Comfortable using advanced data searching and visualisation tools, and self-assured in deploying data modelling and simulation packages.
- Able to readily utilise at least one of: MATLAB, Python, PharmaMV or DeltaV.
- Conversant with data collection and analysis, including chemometrics, and statistical approaches and principles.
- Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, or Chemical Engineering
- PAT experience with small molecule manufacturing processes.
- Knowledge of general analytical techniques and instrumentation.
- An understanding of the differences between pharmaceutical R&D and commercial manufacturing environments.
- Experience with Process Analytical Technology (PAT) method development, validation and implementation.
- Experience in continuous manufacturing or process control in pharmaceuticals, fine chemicals, or related industries.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
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