Lonza · 21 hours ago
MSAT Scientist II
Houston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelLonza is a global leader in life sciences manufacturing, and they are seeking an MSAT Scientist II to provide primary technical support for Cell and Gene Therapy manufacturing processes. The role involves leading new product introductions, ensuring technology transfer readiness, and acting as a subject matter expert while collaborating with cross-functional teams.
BiotechnologyLife SciencePharmaceutical
Responsibilities
Leading and coordinating independently new product introduction (NPI) of Cell and Gene Therapy (CGT) processes into GMP production successfully
Ensure on-time delivery/readiness of technology transfer (TT) campaigns, collaborating with cross-functional programs teams, including Lonza’s client, and Lonza’s Process Development, Manufacturing, Program Management, Supply Chain and Quality teams
Act as an independent Subject Matter Expert (SME) for CGT processes by providing in-depth technical expertise and scientific knowledge
Responsible and accountable for delivery of process related TT documentation in collaboration with internal and external stakeholders
Lead and support root cause analysis for major process deviations, CAPAs, Changes, Investigations and all other process-related documentation. Able to assess requested VCN (Vendor Change Notification) independently
Ensure process scalability and manufacturability and support process validation activities for late-phase production
Monitors KPI metrics, including Quality records on regular basis
Train, coach and guide junior team members throughout NPIs and TT campaigns, including support on trouble shooting process related challenges
Support all pre-GMP and TT runs, in person or on call during the execution, as needed, including client visits
Participate as SME in the audits, related to the own programs and performed by the clients, as needed
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in sciences, biotechnology, biomedical sciences or life sciences' equivalent
Experience in biotech industry in technology transfer
Knowledge of and experience with upstream and downstream processes, with a preference in viral vector field
Must know and follow job safety procedures, attend required health and safety training
Experience within matrix organization
Preferred
Master's or PhD preferred
Benefits
Performance-related bonus.
Medical, dental and vision insurance.
401(k) matching plan.
Life insurance, as well as short-term and long-term disability insurance.
Employee assistance programs.
Paid time off (PTO).
Company
Lonza
Lonza Group supplies products and services to pharmaceutical and agrochemical industries.
Founded in 1897
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$444.8M2023-11-06Post Ipo Debt· $444.8M
2020-12-07IPO
Leadership Team
Wolfgang Wienand
Chief Executive Officer
Alfons Ehinger
Founder
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