Senior Bioprocess Engineer

Merck KGaA Darmstadt Germany • Burlington, MA

99d • $118,600 - $168,000

About The Position

Work on a cross-functional team to deliver application studies using MilliporeSigma product portfolio. Plan, set up, and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate the performance of new technologies, or new product or component prototypes for given application scenario. Define process control strategies and design recipes and methods for optimal operation of MilliporeSigma product offerings. Research literature and attend conferences to keep current with the bioprocessing end user's process design targets, performance expectations, and general bioprocessing needs. Deliver internal and external written literature and presentations evaluating product designs and/or summarizing experimental results with a focus on technical performance.

Requirements

• Experience with setting up and executing downstream unit operations including Chromatography, normal flow filtration, and Tangential Flow filtration.
• Prior experience in analytical methods and high throughput platforms with respect to downstream process development.
• PhD in Biological or Chemical Engineering or a related discipline AND at least 2 years' experience in bioprocess development OR
• MS in Biological or Chemical Engineering or a related discipline AND at least 3 years' experience in bioprocess development OR
• BS in Biological or Chemical Engineering or a related discipline AND at least 5 years' experience in bioprocess development.

Nice To Haves

• Hands on Biotechnology industry experience.
• Experience with bioconjugation preferred.
• Excellent problem solving & analytical skills, including data modeling, DoE, and/or statistical analysis.
• Excellent teamwork and facilitation skills.
• Experience with Lab automation preferred.
• Experience with GMP practices.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively with peers, customers, vendors, and supervisors.
• Excellent ability to communicate through written reports, oral presentations, application notes, poster presentations, and similar media.

Responsibilities

• Work on a cross-functional team to deliver application studies using MilliporeSigma product portfolio.
• Plan, set up, and execute laboratory experiments to evaluate the performance of new technologies or new product/component prototypes.
• Define process control strategies and design recipes and methods for optimal operation of MilliporeSigma product offerings.
• Research literature and attend conferences to keep current with bioprocessing end user's process design targets and performance expectations.
• Deliver internal and external written literature and presentations evaluating product designs and summarizing experimental results.

Benefits

• Medical, vision, and dental insurance
• Life insurance
• Disability insurance
• 401(k)-matching program
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• Short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including cash bonuses

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Chemical Manufacturing
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree