Senior Scientist

COLE-PARMER INSTRUMENT COMPANY•Franklin, MA

77d•$70,000 - $100,000•Onsite

About The Position

Provides primary technical and scientific leadership for products manufactured and processed by the Franklin site. Interfaces with customers and Business Development team members to support Proficiency Testing Programs, Seroconversion Panels and special projects. Provides project management for new projects and improvement activities. Work closely with manufacturing supervisor and team to ensure all NatTrol and proficiency project timelines are achieved

Requirements

5+ years of progressive related experience.
Experience in biological production environments.
Solid understanding of GMP and ISO 13485 standards.
Demonstrated project management experience.
Excellent interpersonal communication skills with internal and external customers.
Thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, efficiently works under pressure, within deadlines or other time essential constraints.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, to clearly and concisely communicate to all levels of the organization
Strong work ethic and an ability to excel within a rapidly changing and growing organization.

Nice To Haves

MS degree, preferred.

Responsibilities

Manage existing Proficiency Testing Programs between Business Development and partners.
Coordinate with manufacturing supervisor to ensure all project timelines are on schedule.
Field questions and lead troubleshooting efforts around technical concerns regarding products produced at Franklin site.
Support the Business Development team with customer interactions on capabilities, requirements, and technical discussions.
Partner with the R&D team to support special customer requests and projects.
Manage implementation of current and new project requirements at the Franklin site.
Support cost roll-up for special projects to allow for commercialization.
Maintain Proficiency Testing calendar based on customer requirements, develop production schedule, and track manufacturing events to ensure 100% adherence.
Expedite production through appropriate channels to avoid delays.
Act as program lead for new projects and Seroconversion Panel product lines. Maintain documentation, manage inventory levels, and provide technical leadership.
Coordinate customer testing and outside testing of materials as required by contract.
Review all customer specifications and timelines, ensuring the business’s ability to comply. Provide technical guidance to customer as needed to meet their requirements.
Author COAs based on customer specifications.
Review, revise, and approve manufacturing Standard Operating Procedures as needed.
Review and approve process and equipment validation protocols associated with manufacturing.
Perform other duties as assigned.