What will your job be
As Manufacturing Specialist Vaccines you offer direct support and leading root cause analysis for operations if an issue occurs. You are also improving documentation, training and procedures related to the equipment. Responsibilities may include:
- Troubleshoot and support the production of cGMP batches in the production facility. Proceses include cell- and virus culture, purification, formulation and the fill process.
- Investigate complex deviations and implement preventive actions
- Initiate and handle compliance records (change control, CAPA)
- Initiate and execute test protocols to help system or process improvements
- Being equipment owner which includes keeping equipment and documentation up to date and maintaned
What are we looking for
For the position Manufacturing Specialist Vaccines we are looking for a candidate with a BSc or equivalent education in biotech, biochemistry or process technology. Furthermore you have:
- Minimum of 2 years experience in a biotech or pharmaceutial manufacturing environment
- Have experence in (USP) cell culture, bioreactors, virus propagation and downstream processing (DSP)
- Experience with cGMP environment and EHSS standards is a requirement
- Preferably certified Lean Yellow or Green Belt
What do we offer
- 1 year secondment via Checkmark Labrecruitment
- Salary indication up to €5150,- gross per month based on fulltime
- Fulltime position (40 hours/week)
Where will you work
A large biopharmaceutical company from located in Leiden. This facility produces vaccines against infectious diseases like Covid19. They manufacture large scale drug substances for Phase III and commercial purposes.
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