Lab Automation Specialist

Lab Automation Specialist

Location: Schaffhausen,

Duration: 12 months

Work type: Hybrid, 3 days on-site

Imagine your next project as a Lab Automation Specialist, working at the forefront of cutting edge work and technology with one of the leading Pharmaceutical companies in the world!

roles and responsibilities

• Planning and coordinating qualification activities for laboratory equipment in compliance with current GMP and regulatory requirements

• Configuration and maintenance of Empower projects, instrument methods, processing methods, and system settings

• Preparation and execution of change control records related to equipment lifecycle management

• Creation of detailed, comprehensive, and well-structured qualification lifecycle documents (e.g., Impact & Risk Assessments, URS, IOPQ protocols and decommissioning documents)

• Drafting of procedures (WIs, SOPs) related to equipment lifecycle management

• Identification and documentation of relevant compendial requirements for analytical equipment

• Operational support for the QC and R&D laboratories

• Troubleshooting to diagnose and resolve problems

• Liaise with vendors for problem resolution (e.g., technical support for manufacturer qualifications, maintenance & calibration, troubleshooting and investigations)

how to succeed

You enjoy working in a team and have strong teamwork and communication skills. You approach challenges in a solution-oriented and systematic manner, can solve complex and multi-layered tasks and set the right priorities. In addition to your assertiveness, you are willing to take on responsibility and enjoy making a difference and advancing projects.

Education:

• MSc / BSc degree in Natural Sciences, Engineering, or alternatively comparable training with several years of professional experience

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• 5+ years of experience in a regulated pharmaceutical environment

• Proven experience in the qualification/validation and associated documentation of laboratory equipment and/or manufacturing systems, SCADA, and MES

• Demonstrated hands-on experience with eLIMS and/or Empower within a regulated laboratory environment, either as a system administrator or an end user

• Excellent communication skills

• Experience working with pharmacopeia

• Experience in project management

• Fluent in English (German is advantage)

Preferred:

• Strong problem-solving skills

• Experience with Quality Management Systems (QMS), Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems, document management systems, and change management systems is an advantage

details

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a 12 month period. 

you are welcome here

J&J is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email.

questions

If you would like some additional information about the role please contact: simone.strong@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”.