MSAT USP Tech Transfer Lead Scientist

Key responsibilities:l

·Represents Manufacturing Science and Technology within multiple customer product project teams using a standard 

methodology/procedure to successfully transfer both defined as well as complex process stages into Upstream 

operations, from development through to current Good Manufacturing Practice manufacturing. Be accountable for the 

identification & introduction of new raw materials for pilot and production scale batches, work cross-functionally to ensure relevant transfer and communication of critical process and technical information such that projects meet the required deadlines/customer outcomes. Actively communicate with the customer via both face-to-face meeting and 

telecoms.

·Accountable for on plant technical support, process monitoring/training of required critical unit operations and off 

line completion of Quality systems e.g. deviation, change controls, Corrective Action & Preventive Actions, working 

effectively in cross-functional teams to deliver improvements to deadlines.Experts in process data analysis.

·Contributes to the resolution of identified manufacturing process issues through leading RCA procedures to ensure 

continuous improvements are made to the current Good Manufacturing Practice process. Act as Subject Matter Experts 

within the site whilst continuously working with other relevant (including global) Subject Matter Experts to 

develop knowledge base and deeper process understanding, and also support as needed junior level team members on 

specific technical problem resolution.

·Proactively anticipates and evaluates technical challenges within area of expertise and is self-managed in resolving 

deviations, or changes to unit operations, including interaction and strong communication with both internal 

and external team(s) to achieve successful outcomes and to facilitate continual learning through experience and 

shared learning. Understand new technologies and how they may be applicable to process innovation.

Key requirements:

·Bachelor/Master in Biological science or biochemical engineering disciplines.

·Has knowledge in Upstream Operations, gained through on the job experience in either process development or 

manufacturing operations.

·Significant biotech industry experience in process development and process scale up manufacturing.

·Has experience in Upstream operations preferably in a current Good

Manufacturing Practice environment.

·Good interpersonal skills with ability to work cross functionally both with internal and external customers. Experience in working in cross functional project management and technical transfer activities.

·Proven problem solver and multi-tasking individual with track record of implementing improvements, has a good 

technical attention to detail, communication skills both written and verbal, interpersonal qualities with a continuous 

improvement positive mind set.