Process Development and Manufacturing Scientist

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Job Summary:

As a Process Development and Manufacturing Scientist, every day will be a different adventure based on a wide variety of client projects. Because not every day is the same, you have the exciting opportunity to develop a broad skillset and become a subject matter expert (SME). PD and Manufacturing Scientists are responsible for developing and supporting manufacturing operations with any number of downstream and upstream manufacturing processes, developing and executing Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for manufacturing operations, conducting equipment and process qualifications, performing manufacturing activities under cGMP guidelines and completing project assignments as required to support all of these. Waisman Biomanufacturing (WB) operates as a non-profit organization within the Waisman Center, at the University of Wisconsin - Madison, following a business model that includes multiple cross-functional teams (business, manufacturing, operations/facilities, quality assurance and quality control) to support contract-based clients. WB specifically focuses on the production of drug therapies for early stage human clinical trials. The Waisman Center is dedicated to the advancement of knowledge about human development, developmental disabilities, and neurodegenerative diseases throughout the lifespan. One of 15 centers of its kind in the United States, the Waisman Center encompasses laboratories for biomedical and behavioral research, several scientific research cores, and a clinical biomanufacturing facility for the production of pharmaceuticals for early stage human clinical trials. In addition to its research efforts, the Center provides an array of services to people with developmental disabilities, offers numerous educational and outreach programs to young children and their families, and trains scientists and clinicians who will serve our nation in the future.

Responsibilities:

Process Development and Manufacturing Scientist I (RE005) Process Development and Manufacturing Scientist II (RE006) Process Development and Manufacturing Scientist III (RE007)

Institutional Statement on Diversity:

Diversity is a source of strength, creativity, and innovation for UW-Madison. We value the contributions of each person and respect the profound ways their identity, culture, background, experience, status, abilities, and opinion enrich the university community. We commit ourselves to the pursuit of excellence in teaching, research, outreach, and diversity as inextricably linked goals. The University of Wisconsin-Madison fulfills its public mission by creating a welcoming and inclusive community for people from every background - people who as students, faculty, and staff serve Wisconsin and the world.

Education:

Preferred Associate's Degree in Biotechnology plus 3 years of experience is desired. Preferred Bachelor's Degree in Microbiology, Cell Biology, Molecular Biology, Biochemical or Chemical Engineering or a related field preferred.

Qualifications:

Well-qualified applicants will have the following preferred experience:

• One or more year(s) of experience working in one of the following is highly preferred: research laboratory, pilot plant, biomanufacturing and/or in process development for biopharmaceuticals. Relevant undergraduate research experience will be considered.
• Prior experience in any of the following areas: microbial or mammalian cell culture, purification of biological macromolecules (chromatography, tangential flow filtration, etc.), design of experiments (DOE), aseptic technique (e.g., cell culture used in production of recombinant protein).
• Experience with laboratory equipment, as well as analytical methods used for characterization of biological macromolecules (e.g., gel electrophoresis, western blot, bioanalysis, nucleofection, quantitative polymerase chain reaction [qPCR], automated chromatography [AKTA], flow cytometry, etc.)
• Experience with large scale biopharmaceutical equipment operation and/or the flexibility and desire to learn operation of new equipment.
• Experience with current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs) and application to the manufacture of biopharmaceuticals or detail-oriented attitude and desire to learn.

Work Type:

Full Time: 100% It is anticipated this position requires work be performed in-person, onsite, at a designated campus work location.

Appointment Type, Duration:

Ongoing/Renewable

Salary:

Minimum $50,000 ANNUAL (12 months) Depending on Qualifications Salary is negotiable and will be based on experience and skills. Employees in this position

Additional Information:

The successful applicant will be responsible for ensuring eligibility for employment in the United States on or before the effective date of the appointment. University sponsorship is not available for this position. Applicants for this position will be considered for the titles listed in this posting. The title is determined by the experience and qualifications of the finalist. A Criminal Background Check will be performed. Must complete HIPAA training and receive certification within the first 5 days of employment and annually thereafter. Reporting requirements must be completed in a timely manner, including but not limited to effort reporting and outside activities reporting.

How to Apply:

Please click on the "Apply Now" button to begin the application process. You will be asked to upload a resume, cover letter and list of references.

Contact:

Melissa Henning View email address on us.fitly.work View phone number on us.fitly.work Relay Access (WTRS): 7-1-1. See RELAY_SERVICE for further information.

Official Title:

Process Dev & Mfg Scientist I(RE005) or Process Dev & Mfg Scientist II(RE006) or Process Dev & Mfg Sci III(RE007)

Department(s):

A34-OVCR/WAISMAN/WAISMAN

Employment Class:

Academic Staff-Renewable

Job Number:

294848-AS

The University of Wisconsin-Madison is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, including but not limited to, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, or status as a protected veteran and other bases as defined by federal regulations and UW System policies. We promote excellence through diversity and encourage all qualified individuals to apply. Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you and your references to answer questions regarding sexual violence and sexual harassment. The University of Wisconsin System will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except that the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7). The Annual Security and Fire Safety Report contains current campus safety and disciplinary policies, crime statistics for the previous 3 calendar years, and on-campus student housing fire safety policies and fire statistics for the previous 3 calendar years. UW-Madison will provide a paper copy upon request; please contact the University of Wisconsin Police Department.