Head of Bioprocessing Analytical Support

Job Title:
Head of Bioprocessing Analytical SupportJob Description:
Based in Switzerland close to Lausanne, we are looking for an:
Head of Bioprocessing Analytical Support
Your Mission:
As part of the Ferring strategy to strengthen its portfolio of Biologics, develop, implement and lead bioprocessing Analytical support activities including transfer of analytical methods, development qualification and validation of analytical methods, analytical laboratory operations.
Responsibilities and duties:
- Design, produce and implement the Quality systems, the procedures and the instructions supporting IND/BLA submissions
- Operate bioprocessing Analytical support in compliance with the Quality requirements (GLP/GMP) related to CMC development activities of biologics
- Be part of Development projects. Design, implement and operate a lean bioprocessing Analytical support strategy delivering high quality, rapid and cost-effective biologics development programs
- Within a defined budget, select the best equipment and instruments to support laboratory operations. This includes also all the digital supporting tools
- Implement and sustain lean tools in the lab such as 5s at the bench, visual management systems, Kanban
- Be accountable for lab area and equipment. Make sure that equipment are maintained and calibrated. Make sure that stock of chemicals/consumables is at right level
- Coach and guide junior scientists or technicians in the planning and the execution of their work. (Direct management is not foreseen for the first 2 years. Yet, this position will evolve into a managerial position if the function is growing)
- Design and implement a lean sample management strategy within the lab (LIMS). Design and implement a maximum of "self-service"/ "plug-and play" analytical services
Required Experience & Competences:
- Master's degree or PhD in bioanalytical sciences
- At least 5 years of experience in Analytical support of Biologics
- Experience with monoclonal antibody
- Communicate orally and in writing fluently in English
- Clear understanding of the Quality requirements (GLP/GMP) related to CMC development activities of biologics
- Be an entrepreneur
- Be a team player
- Demonstrated ability to operate in a matrixial environment