Packaging development Scientist

Thermo Fisher Scientific • Collegeville, PA

254d • Hybrid

About The Position

The role is to be based at GSK's R D site in Upper Providence, Pennsylvania (US) and can offer flexible hybrid working. Occasional travel may also be required. The position is focused on Steriles Packaging Development & Design, specifically as a Scientist in Lab Analysis. The work is primarily aimed at offering support for a multitude of projects related to Steriles ViiV projects in development at GSK.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Packaging Engineering, Packaging Science, Chemistry, Life Science.
• 3+ years' experience in parenteral package development, primarily in the pharmaceutical industry.
• Analytical and/or lab-based experience in the pharmaceutical industry.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of parenteral packaging materials, components, vendors, analytical equipment, and technologies.
• Experience in sterile drug primary packaging development for large and small molecules including vial/stopper, pre-filled syringes, and cartridges presentations.
• Knowledge of domestic and international packaging requirements and regulations (i.e., current applicable FDA/MAA guidelines, USP/Ph Eur, etc).
• Knowledge of statistical analysis and Design of Experiments as they apply to packaging operations.
• Ability to quickly establish relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Strong time management / organizational skills.
• Evidence of team working skills and flexibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform timely execution of lab-based analysis, including timely experiment write-up to support sterile primary package selection, integrity, stability, and lifecycle for the coordination and testing of samples.
• Conduct analytical techniques including extrusion force testing, stopper movement assessment, CCI capabilities including HeLD, Vacuum Decay, and headspace analysis.
• Be a practical expert in a packaging/analytical technique relevant to a primary pack presentation, capable of training others in the technique and application.
• Collaborate with the Lab Manager to maintain the License To Operate (LTO) status in the Lab, including equipment maintenance, documentation and coordination with vendors, management monitoring, and safety requirements.
• Maintain packaging lab component and lab inventory, including ordering, receiving, and organization of lab space to enable dynamic, flexible laboratory workspace.
• Prepare and communicate data summaries to relevant project team members.
• Conduct early-stage device feasibility testing as directed.
• Writing work instructions and contributing to study protocols.
• Authoring/revising component specifications.
• Supporting document and knowledge management.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree