BIOVECTRA Inc. is a leading bio-science business in Prince Edward Island and Nova Scotia, focused on contract manufacturing and product development of active pharmaceutical ingredients, pharmaceutical intermediates, and bioreagents.
BIOVECTRA Inc. has an opening for a Senior Scientist, Process Development. This is a permanent, full-time position located in Dartmouth, NS.
The candidate will be responsible for:
- Transferring of existing processes for biologics from clients to BIOVECTRA.
- Developing and optimization of Phase 1 – 3 production processes at lab scale.
- Developing and optimizing the fermentation (upstream) and midstream processes for biologics products.
- Developing downstream isolation and purification processes for biologics.
- Designing experimental development approaches, process characterization, scale up and technology transfer to GMP manufacturing.
- Supporting the TechOps and the Manufacturing teams by participating in identifying problems in pilot and commercial production runs as required and troubleshooting by designing scale-down models and implementing process improvements.
- Carrying out literature searches as appropriate to currently known methods, designing new approaches as required, and preparing research plans.
- Overseeing project onboarding by interacting with clients and project managers, developing experimental plans, and ordering of materials and consumables.
- Writing experimental protocols, work instructions, and scientific progress reports.
- Coordinating execution of experimental runs by supervising the assigned team of scientists and technicians.
- Preparing slideshows and presenting experimental results to the client’s technical team.
- Assisting the departmental manager ensuring the workplace is clean, staff is adequately trained, and equipment is well maintained.
- Training and supervising scientists, technicians, or summer students if needed.
- Complying with approved safety practices for the laboratory and manufacturing facilities.
- Adhering to BIOVECTRA’s Health and Safety Policy as outlined in CP0010 Occupational Health and Safety Policy, Statements of Principle, and Responsibilities.
- Additional Duties assigned, based on business needs and the department supervisor’s request.
The successful candidate for this position should have:
- M.Sc. in microbiology, biotechnology, molecular biology, or biochemistry with 3 – 5 years of industrial experience in biologics production.
- Alternatively, PhD in one of the above-mentioned fields with 1 – 2 years of relevant experience. A B.Sc. with at least 5 – 7 years of relevant industrial experience would be considered.
- Strong working knowledge of microbial fermentation for biologics production and purification.
- Previous experience in running project, team supervision, and interacting with clients are strong assets.
- Experience with computer software including Microsoft Word, spreadsheets, and the ability to conduct online database searches.
- Experience in bio-statistical methods such as DoE, evaluation of significance & variability, process modelling and use of bio-stats software such as Design Expert or JMP would be a considerable asset.
BIOVECTRA offers a competitive salary and benefit package.
Individual accommodations due to a disability are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, ethnicity, gender, disability, citizenship status, marital status, actual or perceived sexual orientation. BIOVECTRA is committed to creating an inclusive environment and building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. We value diversity and recognize that experience comes in many forms and skills are transferable. Please view this description as a general overview, but not a mandatory comprehensive list. If you feel passionate about our efforts and believe that you have the skills to contribute and lead in this role, apply! We thank all interested parties; however, only those applicants considered for an interview will be contacted.
