Scientist Ii, Bioprocess Science

Performs the below duties within BioProcess Science with minimal supervision:

• Assist in improving consistency, stability and yields.
• Responsible to Provide assistance in development of process(es), optimization of process(es), confirmation of process(es), validation and manufacturing of qualifying and pre-licensing serials
• Responsible for communicating work orally and in writing by treating reports and data with a high level of integrity and ethics and can complete roles and responsibilities as a Sub-Team member
• Responsible to assist in the initiation and to completion of customary procedures via current documentation guidelines in transition of new R&D projects to operations units in an efficient manner

Performs routine lab duties under supervision. Participates/assists in the execution of non-routine experiments. Performs all work in conformance with applicable regulations. Performs all work in a safe manner. Works primarily within the laboratory environment. As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies' success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim's high regard for our employees.

As an employee of Boehringer Ingelheim, you will actively contribute to the discovery, development and delivery of our products to our patients and customers. Our global presence provides opportunity for all employees to collaborate internationally, offering visibility and opportunity to directly contribute to the companies´ success. We realize that our strength and competitive advantage lie with our people. We support our employees in a number of ways to foster a healthy working environment, meaningful work, diversity and inclusion, mobility, networking and work-life balance. Our competitive compensation and benefit programs reflect Boehringer Ingelheim´s high regard for our employees.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Write protocols, conduct experiments and generation of reports for studies and treats all data with a high level of accuracy, integrity and ethics.
• Assist in the transfer and scale up of new processes from Development to operations units by assisting in the development, optimization and confirmation from small to large scale.
• Operate in a compliant manner at all times with respect to documentation guidelines and current SOP´s related to experimentation, reporting data and training.
• Assist in setting up, operation and validation of new equipment. Ensures maintenance of equipment and it is kept in operational status.
• Assist in optimizing current processes by conducting experiments to evaluate different growth parameters, medium components and new equipment.

Requirements

Requirements for Scientist II BioProcess Sciences:

• Bachelors´ degree in a relevant scientific discipline from an accredited institution required, plus two (2) to three (3)years relevant experience preferred or, Masters´ degree in a relevant scientific discipline from an accredited institution, relevant industry experience preferred
• Physical Demands / Surroundings:
• Must be able to read electronic documents of all types.
• Must have basic lab skills, preferred experience with bacteria, viruses and cell culture. Basic understanding of processes related to bioreactor/fermentation and lyophilization, and preferred hands on experience with formulation of biological products and operation or reactors and cell culture equipment.
• Statistical analysis of data experience is preferred.
• Occasional low level work, fine finger dexterity/ including grasping or pinching required
• May require extended hours at a computer screen.
• Occasionally must climb stairs or ladders, balance, bend or stoop, crouch or squat
• Visual / Hearing Demands: Color vision and depth perception required.
• Ability to troubleshoot problems and take corrective actions to solve the problem.
• Lifting, carrying, pushing or pulling up to 50 pounds occasionally
• Frequent periods of sitting, walking, and standing
• Writing and use of a computer keyboard frequently
• Must have the ability to operate instrumentation/equipment and learn new technology and concepts. Concise and accurate reporting of technical data and information.
• Occasional use of personal protective equipment
• This position will assist more experienced or higher level scientists in experimental designed to enhance and/or current processes, investigation of problems related to biological products, and to develop new or improve existing production processes. Hands on assistance will be required for both small scale and large scale bioreactor/fermentor processes.

Eligibility Requirements

• Must be 18 years of age or older.
• Must be willing to take a drug test and post-offer physical (if required).
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction.