Manager, Analytical Development
Millipore Corporation

Job Info

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Work Location: Carlsbad, California
Shift: No
Department: LS-SC-POCDC Carlsbad PD Chemistry
Recruiter: Leah S Westley

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Your Role:

MilliporeSigma is seeking a highly motivated scientific manager to join its dynamic and collaborative process development team at the viral vector CDMO facility in Carlsbad, CA. You will lead an analytical team in support of viral vector process development activities, including method development, qualification, and validation. You will act as a driver for continuous advancement in viral vector analytical science and operational excellence across functions. You will:

• Lead the analytical development team to develop and execute analytical assays in support of development of viral vector manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Apply broad scientific knowledge to define scientific strategies and solve complex technical challenges.
• Oversee the daily operation in the analytical laboratory and provide technical guidance to junior team members.
• Author technical reports on methods development and project activities.
• Routinely present technical findings and updates to both internal and external customers.
• Lead and manage technical transfers of analytical methods from and/or to internal and external sites.
• Collaborate with QC on method qualification and validation activities.
• Apply Quality by Design (QbD) principles and incorporating statistical design of experiment (DoE) in the project work.
• Maintain technical leadership through continuous learning and implementing new technical capability.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement within the analytical development team.
• Provide people leadership and career development guidance for the team.

Who You Are

Minimum Qualifications:

• Degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biology, or related life science studies.
• BS with 15+ years, MS with 10+ years or a PhD with 7+ years of experience in pharma, medical device, biotechnology, or similar technical industries.
• Hands-on experience in analytical method development for biologics.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Highly experienced in HPLC-MS analytical method development for viral vector or other biologics.
• Knowledge and experience in other bioanalytical methods, i.e., CE, ELISA, PCR.
• Experience with leading teams and mentoring employees.
• Effective communicator of technical ideas.
• Highly detail oriented and excellent organization skills.
• Ability to prioritize and complete projects within timelines.

The Company is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. No employee or applicant for employment will be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, gender identity, transgender status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy of Equal Employment Opportunity applies to all policies and programs relating to recruitment and hiring, promotion, compensation, benefits, discipline, termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Any applicant or employee who believes they have been discriminated against by the Company or anyone acting on behalf of the Company must report any concerns to their Human Resources Business Partner, Legal, or Compliance immediately. The Company will not retaliate against any individual because they made a good faith report of discrimination.

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