Title: Scientist, P&P
Exton, PA, US, 19341
This is a hybrid position requiring the team member to be onsite a minimum of 3 days per week.
No Relocation is privded for this oppportunity
Who We Are:
At West, we’re a dedicated team that is connected by a purpose to improve patient lives that has been at the center of our Company for more than a century. Our story began when Herman O. West solved the problem of supplying penicillin in mass quantities to the US Government during World War 2. Through our work to deliver thousands of life-saving and life-enhancing injectable medicines to millions of patients daily, West’s indelible mark on the healthcare industry has just begun. A name started our story. How will yours help write our future?
There’s no better place to join an inclusive community of professionals with opportunities for lifelong learning, growth and development. Supported by benefit programs, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our team members and their families.
We believe in giving back to help those in need in the communities where we live and work. And are equally committed to creating a healthier environment and planet through our sustainability efforts.
Job Summary
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Perform analysis using various techniques including established and experimental test methods.
- Use instrumentation both qualitatively and quantitatively where appropriate.
- Intron/Zwick/UV/or 3D Printing & CAD experience is a plus
- Manage projects from protocol to final report.
- Train and certify analysts as appropriate.
- Develop and validate methods.
- Keep current with new analytical technology.
- Possess ability to work independently and as part of a team with self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude.
- Prepare technical reports based on data from multiple analysts utilizing multiple analytical techniques.
- Prepare work instructions, SOPs, and qualification documentation.
- Prepare lab study designs and prepare study plans and protocols.
- Interact with internal and external clients as needed.
- Willingness to learn and apply new analytical techniques.
- Perform lab investigations, OOS, and OOT as required.
- Serve as a role model for positive leadership.
- Meet individual and departmental goals as required.
- Apply required cGMP regulations and internal QA procedures
- Adhere to established laboratory safety procedures.
- Other responsibilities as assigned including but limit to performing clean room testing.
Additional Responsibilities
Education
- BS in biomedical engineering, chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, or related technical degre
Work Experience
- Minimum 3 years 3 -5 years of professional experience in a lab environment required and
- Experience in pharmaceutical/medical device field and implementing laboratory training programs required and
Preferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- cGMP
- ISO and USP/EP compendia
- Strong oral and written communication skills and attention to detail required
- Able to be aware of all relevant SOPs as per Company policy as they are related to the position covered by this Job Description
License and Certifications
Travel Requirements
Physical Requirements
Additional Requirements
- Job-related activities that require a physical activity such as standing in laboratory environment
- Use hands to finger, handle, feel or operate objects, tools or controls and reach with hands and arms.
- Employee may be required to lift heavy objects (up to 25 lbs.) without assistance
- Job-related activities that require a mental skill or ability such as communication, quick decision making, interpreting data, reading or writing, public speaking, etc. (e.g., Must be able to express or exchange ideas with employees; Must be able to understand direction and adhere to established procedures)
What We Offer
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West is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. If you have a special need that requires accommodation in order to apply to West, please send an email to Apply.Accommodation@westpharma.com. Where permitted by law, an offer of employment with West Pharmaceutical Services, or any of its subsidiary or affiliate companies, is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of background screening.
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