Description

Active Vacancy

Role Summary:

This role is within OmniaBio’s PS&AD team which is a multidisciplinary group responsible for Process Development (PD), Analytical Development (AD) and Manufacturing Sciences & Technology (MSAT) functions to support client and internal programs. As an Associate Scientist at OmniaBio, you will be part of a team focused on defining and executing process and/or analytical development/optimization projects as well as the technology transfer of programs into programs into OmniaBio’s cGMP manufacturing unit. Supported by other members of the team, you will be responsible to design/draft protocols, execute and author documents supporting program deliverables. With guidance and mentorship, you will also be involved in troubleshooting & investigations, supporting the PS&AD team to deliver project tasks. The Associate Scientist is part of a multidisciplinary team bringing new and innovative products to market to enable life-saving advances in cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine.

Responsibilities:

  • Project task execution for process and/or analytical optimization and technology transfer programs in cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine. This includes experiment planning and execution, data analysis, documentation and reporting.
  • Presentation & communication of scientific data, predominantly to internal audiences.
  • Execute on project milestones as part of a diverse and multi-disciplinary team.
  • Applies standard approaches to routine problems. Seeks guidance for novel issues. Understands daily lab operations. Follows SOPs and project plans.
  • Drive effective communication across the organization and leadership team.
  • Assist in the evaluation of new and existing technologies to improve workflows.
  • Demonstrate continuous integrity, credibility and positivity, and motivate others to do the same.
  • Continuously grow and adapt in a fast-moving field to keep yourself and the organization at the forefront of the cell and gene therapy and regenerative medicine fields.

Qualifications:

  • B.Sc. or M.Eng/MSc with 0-2 yrs industrial exp

Desired Characteristics:

  • Practical experience in cell and gene therapy or regenerative medicine.
  • Industry experience in cell and gene therapy or regenerative medicine.
  • PD-Specific Roles: Hands-on experience working with human primary and/or stem cell cultures.. Experience with bioreactors and/or other equipment relevant to cell and gene therapy.
  • AD-Specific Roles: Experience with cell and molecular analytic techniques, such as flow cytometry and q-PCR.
  • MSAT-Specific Roles: Experience with technology transfer of processes & platform technologies into a cGMP environment. Supporting investigations of routine cGMP manufacturing.
  • Experience in statistical design and analysis.
  • Independent, detail-oriented, self-starter with excellent analytical skills and the ability to multitask and succeed in a team environment.
  • Demonstrated initiative and the ability to deliver high quality outcomes