Job Description:
As a privately-owned, biopharmaceutical company, Ferring pioneers and delivers life-changing therapies that help people build families and live better lives. Our independence helps us cultivate an entrepreneurial spirit and long-term perspective that enables us to achieve growth and scale, while remaining agile and true to our ‘people first’ philosophy. Built on a 70-year plus commitment to science and research, Ferring is relentless in its pursuit of science that drives powerful discoveries and therapies to help people build families, stay healthy, and stand up to the world’s oldest enemy: disease.
The Associate Scientist, CMC Development II is a bench level job in the Research and Development group at Ferring and will focus on innovative research and early development of novel microbiome-directed therapeutics and production methods.
With Ferring, you will be joining a recognized leader, identified as one of “The World’s Most Innovative Companies” by Fast Company, and honored by Fortune with inclusion on its “Change the World List,” for addressing society’s unmet needs. Ferring US is also Great Places to Work® Certified, distinguishing it as one of the best companies to work for in the country.
Responsibilities:
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Collection and analyses of samples by microbial techniques and powder characterization methods (water content, particle size analysis, etc.) to support development of cGMP manufacturing processes. Includes organization and execution of assays, organization of data, and communication of results.
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Maintain detailed records of experimental data.
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Contribute to the writing of batch records, SOP’s, protocols, and reports.
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Assist with general lab maintenance duties including general equipment maintenance, cleanliness, and organization of the laboratory, and ordering common supplies.
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Interface with Quality Control/Assurance, Regulatory, and Manufacturing teams as necessary
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Collaborate effectively within a multi-disciplinary R&D team
Requirements:
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Master’s Degree (0-3 years of experience) or bachelor’s degree (5-8 years of experience) in Microbiology, Bacterial Physiology, Chemical Engineering, or a related field.
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3-6 years’ experience in a commercial or academic research laboratory environment.
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Experience in the pharmaceutical GXP regulated work is highly desired.
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Strong data organization skills and strong technical writing skills required.
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Experience executing and documenting analytical assays related to bacterial viability and powder characteristics is highly desired.
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Experience with pharmaceutical process techniques is highly desired.
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Ability and desire to work independently as well as in a collaborative team-environment.
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Energetic and self-motivated individual able to work in a team environment with relentlessly progressing schedules and shifting priorities.
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Detail-oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills and problem-solving skills.
Role is in Roseville, MN.
Ferring + you
At Ferring, we offer competitive total compensation along with an exceptional range of flexible benefits, personal support and tailored learning and development opportunities all designed to help you realize your full potential both in life and at work. From working hours that respect your lifestyle, a culture that is welcoming and equitable, and the chance to work with the industry’s most impressive people, these are just some of the ways we live our "People First" philosophy.
Our Compensation and Benefits
At Ferring, base salary is one part of our competitive total compensation and benefits package and is determined using a salary range. The base salary range for this role is $67,000 to $83,000, which is the reasonable estimate of the base compensation for this role. The actual amount paid may differ based on non-discriminatory factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities, education and primary work location. Additional compensation for this role will be provided based on competitive annual incentive compensation targets in the form of an annual bonus - payouts are based on individual and company performance.
Benefits for this role include comprehensive healthcare (medical, dental, and vision) with a premium differential, inverse to base salary, to be paid by employees, a 401k plan and company match, short and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, wellness benefits, reimbursement for certain tuition expenses, sick time of 1 hour per 30 hours worked, vacation time for full time employees to accrue up to 120 hours in the first four (4) years of employment, and 160 hours in the fifth (5th) year of employment as well as 15 paid holidays per year. We are proud to offer paid parental leave subject to a minimum period of employment at Ferring.
Ferring is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment will be based on merit, competence, performance, and business needs. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, genetic information, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local laws.
Join our team and your voice will be heard, and your contributions will be valued. If you love to come up with new ways to make a positive difference and see them through, you will fit right in.
We are proud to be an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer (including Disability/Protected Veterans). We maintain a drug-free workplace.
Location:Roseville, Minnesota
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What We Do
Ferring Pharmaceuticals is a privately owned, research-driven, specialty biopharmaceutical group committed to building families and helping people live better lives. We are leaders in reproductive medicine and maternal health, and in areas of gastroenterology and urology. We are at the forefront of innovation in microbiome-based therapeutics and uro-oncology intravesical gene therapy. Ferring was founded in 1950 and employs more than 7,000 people worldwide. The company is headquartered in Saint-Prex, Switzerland, and has operating subsidiaries in more than 50 countries which markets its medicines in over 100 countries.
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