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Upstream Senior Scientist 1
Location: Cork, Ireland
Summary
An exciting opportunity for an experienced Upstream Senior Scientist to lead and grow a team within a biologics development laboratory. This role will act as a technical lead in upstream drug substance technologies, with a strong emphasis on perfusion and fed-batch bioprocessing, as well as fermentation. The position supports commercial manufacturing through upstream process development, tech transfer, and manufacturing investigations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead and mentor a team of scientists and research associates focused on upstream development, including cell culture and microbial fermentation processes.
* Design, plan, and review experimental studies related to perfusion, fed-batch, and fermentation systems.
* Oversee scale-up and optimisation of upstream processes using bench-top bioreactors and fermenters.
* Provide technical leadership on complex projects, including process development, characterisation, and transfer to manufacturing sites.
* Monitor project timelines, report progress, and communicate risks, issues, and resource needs to senior leadership.
* Collaborate across departments to drive innovation and implement best practices.
* Evaluate and introduce new upstream process technologies and analytical tools.
* Author and review technical documentation to support tech transfer and regulatory submissions.
* Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry standards and regulatory expectations.
Qualifications
* PhD in biology, biotechnology, or related field with 5+ years' experience, or MSc with 10+ years, or BSc with 12+ years in the biopharmaceutical industry.
* Strong hands-on experience with mammalian and microbial systems, particularly in perfusion, fed-batch, and fermentation process development and scale-up.
* Solid understanding of upstream engineering principles and process characterisation strategies.
* Proficient in statistical design of experiments (DoE), data analysis, and electronic data systems.
* Proven leadership and people development skills.
* Excellent technical writing, presentation, and communication abilities.
This role offers the opportunity to lead cutting-edge upstream process work in a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Mid-Senior level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Manufacturing and Science
* Industries
Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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