Serán BioScience is searching for an experienced Scientist to help develop and maintain Cleaning Validation within the Analytical Development Department. This position will be responsible for drafting, executing, and finalizing validation protocols, and providing technical support for cleaning validations and swab recovery studies. Ideal candidates will have a strong chemistry background with several years of relevant experience. While all levels of experience are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to candidates with experience developing and implementing cleaning validation programs within a pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
\n Duties and Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge performing analyses used to assess the swab recovery of active pharmaceutical ingredientsFluently applies fundamental scientific principles to solve problems and guide decisionsIdentifies opportunities for improvement and propose solutionsFollows written protocols to execute basic and advanced procedures such as analytical protocols, laboratory experiments, or manufacturing processesDevelops experimental protocols and templates with minimal guidanceSummarizes, reports, and analyzes data to draw conclusions, with guidanceCommunicates technical information to internal teamsCommunicates technical information to external partners, with guidanceContributes to technical reports and presentations, with guidanceAdheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendanceResponsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiativesOther related duties as assigned Required Skills and AbilitiesStrong verbal and written communication skillsDemonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams.Strong organizational skills and attention to detailCommunicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the Company.Strong time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlinesMultitasks and adjusts priorities in a fast-paced environment, while maintaining focus and managing disruption and/or unexpected needsStrong analytical and problem-solving skills, including HPLC experienceAbility to prioritize tasks and to keep leadership apprised of performance to timelinesAccepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflictProficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Education and Experience BS in Chemistry or other related scientific discipline Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience within the pharmaceutical development industryGMP experience preferred, but not required Physical RequirementsProlonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computerProlonged periods of sitting or standing in laboratory environmentMust be able to lift up to 15 pounds regularly and 25 pounds occasionallyMotor skills for basic laboratory operations
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Benefits Summary:
Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees' wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.