Scientist

Scientist

Location: Leiden 

Duration: 12 months contract 

Hours: 40h 

Hybrid way of working   

Imagine your next role as a Scientist who will be the Site Technical Owner and part of the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) Team with a dedicated focus on

⦁ New Product Introduction (NPI) / Life Cycle Management (LCM)

⦁ (Process) Validation

⦁ Process improvements

⦁ Standards and new technology deployment

About the department 

Janssen Biologics B.V., a member of the Johnson & Johnson Family of Companies is recruiting for a Manufacturing Science and Technology Sr Associate Scientist/Scientist to be based in Leiden, the Netherlands.

Leiden site Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) manages the process technology platform strategy for the production of biotherapeutics and vaccines in Leiden. We are responsible for the Validation and Standardization of Equipment for New Product Introduction, and Life Cycle Management (LCM) of our commercial production processes!

The employee is acquainted with the annual company and division goals and is aware of how he/she can influence these through his/her performance.

Main Responsibilities

• Lead and/or support Life Cycle Management projects

• Lead and/or support introduction of new technologies and digitalization projects

• Act as Subject Matter Expert in USP and/or DSP for commercial manufacturing of pharmaceutical proteins and vaccines

• Define (process) validation strategies.

• Write and review (process) validation protocols and reports

• Responsible that validation studies are executed conform site standards and Johnson & Johnson guidelines and meet the quality requirements

• Ensure integration of the global standards into local production processes

• Act as the primary interface between the Leiden site Operations, Quality, BTDS departments, and the MSAT organization

• Capable of leading and supporting complex investigations, facilitation of risk assessments

• Act as SME during internal and external audits and inspections

• Represent Leiden MSAT in global project teams.

The ideal candidate for this position should have:

• Proven years of relevant experience and BS degree or equivalent OR 4+ years with advanced degree MS/MBA/Ph.D. or equivalent.

• Excellent knowledge of and experience in scientific or technical core areas. Overall knowledge of multiple technical and business disciplines.

• Delivers local as well as regional small projects, global project work streams, or departmental programs successfully under limited supervision. Select applicable engineering/scientific tactics. Manages multiple moderate-size projects. Works effectively as part of a team.

• Coaching and training others

• Supports in defining department, project, and/or program goals and tactics. Defines objectives to achieve targets on a team and/or individual level.

• Troubleshoots more complex problems and suggests effective resolutions.

• Effectively communicates with business partners to understand and explain business and technical issues.

• Functions independently with limited work direction.

• Provides direct input to budget and resource planning.

benefits

This role offers a competitive hourly rate & a supportive working environment. This contract will run initially for 12 months. 

you are welcome here

Janssen is an innovative pharmaceutical company: we work every day on the frontline of health innovation. We can only meet this challenge because of our talented employees. Working at Janssen means that you get every opportunity to optimally develop your career.

about Janssen 

Janssen is the Pharmaceutical Company of Johnson & Johnson - the world's most comprehensive and broadly-based healthcare Company. At Janssen, we bring together top scientists and researchers to pursue the most promising science and drive collaboration to create visionary medicines and healthcare solutions covering five priority therapeutic areas - Cardiovascular & Metabolism, Immunology, Infectious Diseases & Vaccines, Neuroscience, and Oncology. Contribute to the next pharmaceutical breakthrough with your next project at Janssen. 

https://www.janssen.com/netherlands/nl/janssen-nederland/vaccines-r%26d-leiden

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. 

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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.

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