Description
Job Title: Technical Support Lead, Manufacturing Science and Technology
Location: Cambridge, MA
Shift: Day Shift Schedule: 12 Hour Rotating Shift (2/2/3 format) 7AM-7PM
At Viral Vector Services (VVS) a division of Thermo Fisher Scientific we deliver, from process development through commercial supply, we offer the expertise and resources necessary to help clients deliver innovative gene therapies. Placed in the forefront of our leading and cutting edge Cell and Gene Therapy business enabling clients to cure genetic, rare, and otherwise untreatable diseases
How will you make an impact?
The Manufacturing Science and Technology Technical Support Lead is the front line of technical leadership for commercial gene therapy manufacturing. On-the-floor support of GMP manufacturing operations to drive program delivery including troubleshooting and technical guidance. Success in this role means that patients will receive an entire new generation of life saving gene therapy medications.
What will you do?
- Provide technical leadership for manufacturing operations teams and support functions.
- Collaborate and drive real-time troubleshooting and root cause identification.
- Contribute as an expert to grow process knowledge and understanding across the site.
- Identify continuous improvement opportunities throughout the organization.
- Be a leader in environment, health & safety best practices.
How will you get here?
Cross-functional leadership in a fast-paced and highly technical environment. Driving performance to meet aggressive first-to-market clinical/commercialization timelines while developing team knowledge and abilities to adapt to challenges of maturing program.
Education and experience
- B.S. required in chemical/biomedical/manufacturing engineering, molecular biology/virology or a related field + 6 years experience in GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing.
- Experience in GMP manufacturing operations highly valued.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Skilled at clear technical communication to diverse stakeholders.
- Practical knowledge of biologics manufacturing including technical topics and regulatory expectations.
- Troubleshooting and analysis skills with ability to guide others in solving complex technical issues.
- Ability to gown and enter controlled space.
At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 75,000 extraordinary minds has a unique story to tell. Join us and contribute to our singular mission-enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer.
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Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
