Senior Protein Scientist

at  Piramal Pharma Solutions

COMPETENCIES:

• Protein modification and Conjugation Chemistry techniques
• Background knowledge in protein structure / function
• Background knowledge in organic chemistry
• A DC / protein purification
• Data interpretation
• Writing and reporting laboratory work
• Independent and analytical thinking

Chief Accountabilities & Responsibilities

• Laboratory work:
• Plan and carry out experiments and analysis, as outlined by the project lead, to ensure effective technology transfer and development of fit for purpose processes in line with customer requirements.
• Record all laboratory work in standard official notebooks and compile results and observations for incorporation into technical reports. Adhere to the relevant procedures.
• Client communication (as required) in a professional manner.
• Quality:
• Follow laboratory procedures to ensure that the work is carried out safely, effectively, and to an appropriate quality standard
• Follow protocols and procedures
• Manufacturing Support:
• Communicate with other technical personnel in PDev, ADev, QC and manufacturing to exchange information and results that are required to assist in progressing development work.
• Carry out manufacturing support for first time manufacturing operations, troubleshoot scaled-up processes and providing first-line technical support.
• Housekeeping / ESH:
• Ensure the development laboratory and other associated areas are kept in control and in a compliant manner.
• Ensure safety and hygiene standards are maintained

• Comply with COSHH and Risk assessmentsTraining:Provide on the job training to new or inexperienced personnel in both laboratory procedures and equipment use

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Critical Tasks

• Ensure project timelines are met

• Ensure accuracy of raw data and analytical interpretationsIdentify opportunities for enhance efficiency, cost control and safety/development performance

Key Result Areas & Measures (Quantitative/KPI/Qualitative)

• Provide experimental effort for development projects and assist project lead in data collation for presentation and reporting.
• Work within the operational and ESH guidelines of the company
• Financial deliverables.