Associate Scientist - Cork, Ireland

Associate Scientist - Cork, Ireland 

Janssen Sciences - Barnahely

Position Title: Bioassay Associate Scientist

Report to: Team Lead, Bioassay, Bioassay and Early Development  Stability Sciences

Location: Cork

The Company:

Johnson & Johnson is the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare Company, touching the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Our Family of Companies throughout the world compete in consumer, pharmaceutical and medical devices & diagnostics markets and have the skills and resources to tackle the world's most pressing health issues.

Janssen:

Janssen Sciences Ireland UC is a member of the Johnson & Johnson Group of companies and is a pioneer in the use of mammalian cells to manufacture monoclonal antibodies. At its facility in Cork.

BioTherapeutics Development and Supply (BTDS) Analytical Development (AD) Cork is a department of Discovery, Product Dvelopment and Supply (DPDS). The department is responsible for Tox release testing, clinical release and stability testing for drug substance and drug product and stability management of the large molecule (therapeutic proteins) portfolio. In addition to clinical release & stability activities BTDS AD-Cork is responsible for analytical support for large molecules through troubleshooting, investigations, manufacturing support and analytical method transfer. 

The Role:

Reporting to the Team Lead, Bioassay BTDS AD Cork, the person will be focused on executing bioassays and process impurity assays used in the release and stability testing of the large molecule clinical pipeline with responsibility for testing and resolution of product related  issues in support of  the Bioassay and Early Development Stability Sciences team.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Routine release and stability testing of binding assays (e.g. ELISA and TR-FRET), cell based bioassays(e.g ADCC assays), process impurities and identity assays for pre-clinical and clinical product development.
• Execution of  process impurity assays (e.g. residual host cell protein (HCP), residual DNA (PCR techniques) and residual Protein A).
• Completion of documentation in adherence to GMP.
• Testing to support assay validation/qualification and other studies.
• Laboratory support activities (e.g. reagent qualification), routine passaging of cell lines and general housekeeping.
• Support other projects as assigned, e.g.continuous improvement, automation and operational excellence
• Support troubleshooting and investigations.
• Perform Data Trending to support investigations, demonstrate method capability and product profile.
• Write SOP’s, protocols, work instructions and training modules. 
• Other duties as assigned by team lead.

Key Skills and Competencies required:

• Practical analytical laboratory experience in a GLP/GMP environment is advantagous. 
• Experience of  Bioassay/Cell Culture experience is advantagous .
• Familiar with applicable cGMP and other business compliance regulations.
• Customer focus and results and performance driven.
• Sense of Urgency.
• Ability to work well within team structures and provide leadership. 

Education and Experience: 

• A minimum of a Degree in Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Pharmacy or related scientific field is required.
• Knowledge of computer programs such as MS Word, Excel and Minitab.
• Good understanding of quality and attention to detail.

In Return:

In return for this role you will receive a very competitive hourly rate. A minimum 12 month contract & an opportunity to work with a Global Leader within the Pharmaceutical sector, Johnson & Johnson. 

Things to remember before applying for this role:

• We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.
• We do not accept applications via email.
• The rate advertised is PAYE, higher rates for Umbrella are available 

If you are interested in this role please apply now! Make sure you fill out your application in full, your personal CV will be used for the recruiter’s reference only, they are not sent to Hiring Managers. Ensure all relevant information is included in your application! 

Thank you very much and we look forward to receiving your application. 

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: Tabitha.crabtree@randstadsourceright.co.uk

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion:

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences

That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.