Scientist, Biologics

We are SGS – the world's leading testing, inspection and certification company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability, quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600 offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and more interconnected world.

• The Scientist is responsible for performing analytical testing and analysis of biopharmaceutical drug substance, drug products, and raw materials, as well as assisting other scientists in the completion of their tasks.
• Execute and perform testing as per methods, following the company’s Standard Operating Procedures, Deviations and Change Control programs and cGMP guidelines as required by client submissions.
• Ability to execute method verifications, validations, transfers based on signed protocols with supervision.
• Perform routine and more complex analysis/testing of pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical finished products and raw materials.
• Ensure that all reasonable client requests pertaining to the conduct of a given test are met in a timely and ultimately efficient manner.
• Ensure that all client requests for information pertaining to analytical testing (or any of SGS other services) are passed on to appropriate company personnel in a timely and effective manner.
• Ensure that routine testing submitted by clients is completed within established parameters governing turnaround time and quality-of-work expectations.
• Participation in departmental and/or company-wide projects designed to improve the nature of SGS client services.
• Constantly look for ways to improve analytical techniques, documentation and daily work duties.
• Conduct trouble shooting where testing/analytical failures occur in liaison with Group/Scientific Leader.
• Provides guidance and/or leadership to others, including indirect reports, peers, or managers.

• Bachelors, Masters/MBA or Doctorate degree in Biochemistry, Chemistry, Biology, or equivalent.
• Experience with LC‑MS, ESI‑MS/MS, and MALDI‑TOF.
• 5
  -10 years of experience respectively with demonstrated ability to complete more complex role/duties or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Health: Medical, dental and vision insurance, life insurance, employee wellness programs.
• Wealth: Competitive pay, 401(k) with company match (immediate vesting upon enrollment), employee referral program, annual bonus target.
• Happiness:
  • Professional Growth: Online training courses, virtual and classroom development experiences, tuition reimbursement program.
  • Work-Life Balance: Paid-time off (vacation, sick, company holidays, floating holidays, volunteer time).

SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire, train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by law.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.

This job description should not be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements, but a general description of the job. Nothing contained herein restricts the company’s rights to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

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