Senior Specialist, Biotechnology Solutions (Tech Ops)
MSD•Elkhorn, NE
•$117,000 - $184,200•Onsite
About The Position
The Sr. Specialist in Biosafety and Biotechnology Solutions (BTS) is responsible for supporting production troubleshooting and optimization, vaccine process development, tech transfers and key business initiatives at the Elkhorn Animal Health site. This position sits within the BTS organization and reports to the Site BTS Director/Lead at Elkhorn, NE; while also collaborating closely with the other teams such as Operations, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Analytical Testing Development, Maintenance, Planning and R&D.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a biological science, engineering (general, chemical, biological, biochemical), chemistry, biochemistry or a related field.
- 5+ years' experience in vaccine bioprocessing, vaccine production support, or vaccine process development, with demonstrated expertise in laboratory safety and risk assessment.
- Strong knowledge of biosafety, aseptic technique and best practices.
- Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex information clearly to audiences.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
- Enthusiasm for continuous learning and imparting knowledge to others.
- Biologics, Bioprocess Engineering, Bioprocesses, CMC Biologics, Coaching, Collaboration, Problem Solving, Process Development (PD), Process Improvements, Upstream Processing, Vaccine Manufacturing
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree or PhD in a related discipline is preferred.
- Prior experience supporting an FDA or USDA-regulated manufacturing environment.
- Previous operations management experience
- Lean and Six Sigma skills.
- Statistical math skills using Minitab.
- Previous people management experience
- Leadership
Responsibilities
- Lead production investigations and support daily technical activities within production, implementing process improvements.
- Provide guidance on product impact from technical or compliance deviations with minimal supervision.
- Understand and lead process development capabilities within the Biotechnology Solutions development lab.
- Create an open culture of learning, acceptance, and respect within the team and across departments.
- Promote a culture of safety and biosafety awareness throughout the organization.
Benefits
- medical
- dental
- vision healthcare
- other insurance benefits (for employee and family)
- retirement benefits, including 401(k)
- paid holidays
- vacation
- compassionate and sick days
- annual bonus
- long-term incentive
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
