Scientist

Scientist MSAT Advanced Therapies

Location: Sassenheim, Netherlands (Hybrid working - 3 days onsite, 2 remote)

Duration: 12 months Contract 

Hours: 40

This role does not accept freelancers 

Imagine your next project as a Scientist MSAT Advanced Therapies, where you will act as a critical Subject Matter Expert in USP and/or DSP for commercial manufacturing of lentiviral vectors, driving technology implementation and life cycle management for an iconic global healthcare company.

roles and responsibilities

The Scientist MSAT Advanced Therapies is responsible for leading and/or supporting Life cycle management, technology transfer and/or technology implementation projects. The Scientist MSAT Advanced Therapies acts as Subject Matter Expert in USP and/or DSP for commercial manufacturing of lentiviral vectors and communicates with different stakeholder departments.

This includes:

• Contribute to LCM/New Technology Introduction for the Site

• Lead and/or support Life Cycle Management projects

• Lead and/or support technology transfer 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 lentiviral vectors

• 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 primary interface between the Sassenheim site Operations, Quality, global R&D departments and the (global) MSAT organisation

• Capable of leading and supporting complex investigations, facilitation of risk assessments and defining appropriate corrective and preventive actions

• Defining and implementing process improvements

• Act as SME during internal and external audits and inspections

• Represent Sassenheim MSAT in global project teams

how to succeed

• 7+ years of progressive experience with a BSc in Chemical Engineering/Biotech/Biochemistry (or 4+ years with an advanced degree: MS/MBA/Ph.D.)

• Excellent knowledge of and experience in a scientific or technical core area. Building knowledge and expertise in other technical and business disciplines

• Strong affinity with process (analytical) technology and digitalization of manufacturing

• Delivers local as well as regional small projects, global project work streams or departmental programs successfully under limited supervision.

• Selects applicable engineering/scientific tactics. 

• Manages multiple moderate size projects. 

• Works effectively as part of a team

• Coaches and trains 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

• Skills in communication, planning, documentation practices, risk management, root cause problem solving and knowledge management 

• Fluent in written and spoken English

benefits

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

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson 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 or LinkedIn InMail - you must apply direct to this advert.

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”.