Senior Associate Scientist

A strong succession pipeline of contractors has been identified.

Janssen Cilag is recruiting for a Senior Associate Scientist, located in Schaffhausen, Switzerland.

In this position you are responsible for analytical support of parenteral fill&finish lines and drug product R&D organizations for large biological molecules (e.g. antibodies). After a thorough, on-the-job training you will be responsible for conducting analytical assay development and analytical support of fill-finish lines for release or characterization ensuring a high-quality, scientifically profound and timely delivery. You apply your entrepreneurial skills to search for and to implement new business opportunities and you challenge the status quo with strong dedication and customer focus. You will also be responsible for implementation and maintenance of current instruments and novel technologies in a GMP-regulated environment including automation. As part of an international and multidisciplinary team, you will participate in project meetings to provide analytical updates and actively support the planning of activities in close interaction with local management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, validate and transfer selected analytical assays conduct testing and review analytical data under GMP.
• Understanding the process and urgency of providing analytical support to local and global customers.
• Drive innovation and implementation of new analytical technologies for protein aggregation/stability.
• Write scientifically sound and concise reports in English.
• Work in a dynamic collaborative environment and respect diversity and inclusion when interacting with colleagues and partners.
• You support the implementation of new process analytical technologies (PAT) in close collaboration with other functions (such as engineering and process development)
• Demonstrate a “right first time” culture and be open for new, innovative approaches

Qualifications

Education:

• M.S. or PhD in life or bioengineering sciences, analytical or pharmaceutical sciences with prefered experience in a pharmaceutical environment.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• Experienced in analytical development or engineering science with significant emphasis on protein-based assays in a pharmaceutical or other GMP regulated industry.
• Self-starter and problem solver with determination to achieve common goals and questioning the status quo.
• A great teammate with scientific curiosity and willingness to “really commit”
• Demonstrated ability to influence at all levels, to positively impact efficiency and business results.

Preferred:

• Proven track record in automation and data management (database) would be a plus

Other:

English is common communication language. However basics skills in German are helpful.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

Primary Location
Switzerland-Schaffhausen-Schaffhausen- Organization
Cilag AG (8562)
Job Function
R&D
Requisition ID
2105915555W