Process Development Scientist - San Francisco Bay area

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Your Role: 

MilliporeSigma is looking for a Process Development Scientist to join the technical branch of the commercial organization in the greater San Francisco Bay area.  The Process Development Scientist is part of a worldwide team of engineers and scientists reporting into the technical support group for MilliporeSigma’s Process Solutions business. 

Responsibilities:

• Proactively pursue and perform process development studies for the purification of therapeutic proteins using MilliporeSigma technologies such as sterile filtration, depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, viral reduction filtration, and chromatography

• Involvement in selection and sizing, process optimization, and technology transfer activities associated with the purification of new pharmaceuticals with a focus on Phase I-III drug development
• Provide consultation to customers through email, telecon or video chat
• Collaborate and work with customer process development groups in the greater Northern CA region
• Work collaboratively with a team of local MilliporeSigma account managers to provide technical expertise to local customers
• Document customer interfacing activities through appropriate electronic systems
• Propose new technical ideas/areas for the larger group to advance state-of-the-art
• Communicate and work effectively in cross-functional teams, influence technical approaches and support strategy execution

This position will include Travel of up to 10% within North America region

Physical attributes:

• Lifting of up to 50 pounds

Who You Are: 

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemistry, or Biochemistry with 2+ years of experience within pharmaceutical development, technology implementation, or protein or viral particle purification

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• Master’s degree or PhD in Chemical Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Life Sciences, Chemistry, or Biochemistry with 1+ years of experience within pharmaceutical development, technology implementation, or protein or viral particle purification

Preferred Qualifications:

• An in-depth knowledge and understanding of bioprocess unit operations

• Ability to derive relevant conclusions, based on the experimental results, and effectively communicate this to our customers
• Excellent hands on laboratory skills, working knowledge of Microsoft Excel or other data analysis software
• Sound understanding of downstream and/or upstream biomanufacturing process requirements, best practices, and industry standards
• Comfort with making recommendations for future course of action based on experimental results
• Ability to relay relevant results to sales, field marketing, etc.
• Ability to identify scientific leadership opportunities and execute through lunch & learns, publications, presentations, etc. with a focus on customer collaboration
• Ability to cope with change, adjust test plans quickly, and comfortably handle risk and uncertainty
• Ability to build effective relationships; both internally and externally
• Ability to produce quality written experimental reports and other appropriate documentation
• Highly motivated, self-directed, and able to work independently in a field-based position
• Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, concisely and effectively to diverse audiences through both written and oral communications

Pay Range for this position - $49,500 - $148,900

Our ranges incorporate all levels and career types available within this specific role, and are derived from relevant industry market data.  Should we decide to make an offer, we will consider several factors, including but not limited to your location, skills, experience, career level, and other job-related factors.  This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; paid time off; and paid holidays; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!
 
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