1. Our positionProcess Engineer/Analytical Dev Sp IILocation: GeelRemote work: sporadically, up to 10% travelJob type: Permanent

2. About the job

Our Team:

Manufacturing Science, Analytics and Technology (MSAT) continuously explores improvements at the interface between CMC development and commercial production. MSAT’s primary functions are to lead technology transfer, develop new products and methods & support licensure, provide commercial manufacturing technical support and development improved manufacturing processes and methods.

The analytical function in the MSAT organization is the owner of the analytical methods within the Sanofi biologics manufacturing network. We develop, implement, and validate efficient analytical platform technology for analytical life cycle management (LCM). For MSAT and global projects, we deliver innovative and cost-efficient second-generation methods, thoroughly characterize the product, and provide analytical support for process development and LCM using complex and state-of-the-art technology.

Main responsibilities:

End- to-end method responsibility, starting with method development up to method validation and transfer into a quality control organizationSubject-Matter expert on analytical technology e.g. binding- affinity, bioassays, spectrometric assays, molecular technology, ELISA, PAT technology, automation…Identification of improvements for existing methods to introduce new technology, increase method robustness and reduce release cycle timeInvestigational support for product and process, generation of scientific/technical study protocols and reportSupport analytical activities for product characterization, transfer and process improvements for existing commercial products

3. About youExperience:You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in method development, validation, and investigation testing/support in an analytical functionYou have a good understanding of GMP and the manufacturing & testing of biologicsTechnical skills:You have specific experience in analytics e.g. Binding- affinity assays, bioassays, spectrometric assays, molecular technology, ELISA, PAT technology, automation…Experience with growing cells in bioreactors or purification processes is a plusYou are experienced in protein characterizationYou are flexible and willing to support small scale studies, quality investigations and MSAT driven projects both in the lab and as part of a cross-function teamsYou have a problem-solving mindsetYou are a strong communicator, who can connect, go into discussion, and find compromises with people in other departments or sitesYou are familiar with statistical toolsYou are a team playerEducation:You have a PhD or Master in Life Sciences or equivalent through relevant experienceLanguages:DutchEnglish, fluent in writing and speaking

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