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BioProcess Engineer - cGMP Manufacturing Operator

Employer
Novartis Gene Therapies
Location
Durham, NC, US
Start date
Oct 11, 2019

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Discipline
Manufacturing & Production, Manufacturing/Mechanical
Required Education
Bachelors Degree
Position Type
Full time
Hotbed
Bio NC
Overview

Ready to join a team committed to developing and commercializing gene therapies for patients and families devastated by rare neurological genetic diseases? AveXis is advancing cutting-edge science, starting with our proprietary gene therapy for the treatment of spinal muscular atrophy (SMA). We are in the midst of an incredible journey and are looking for passionate individuals to join us on this important mission.

AveXis, a Novartis company, is dedicated to developing and commercializing novel treatments for patients suffering from rare and life-threatening neurological genetic diseases. Our initial product is a proprietary gene therapy approved by the US Food and Drug Administration for the treatment of pediatric patients with SMA. In addition to developing a treatment for SMA, AveXis also plans to develop other novel treatments for rare neurological diseases, including Rett syndrome and a genetic form of amyotrophic lateral sclerosis caused by mutations in the superoxide dismutase 1 (SOD1) gene.

The BioProcess Engineer is responsible for assisting with organizing, running, and sustaining the manufacturing operations process at the plant/site during off hours. This individual will work on the manufacturing floor to produce product, media/buffer preparation, learn to troubleshoot equipment, participate in interviews on deviations, stocking of items in supply/ production / warehouse area, standardizing equipment and cleaning production area.

***This role requires the ablity to work 12-hour shifts within our 24x7 operating enviornement. Shifts may include weekends and/or nights.***

Responsibilities

  • Assist in manufacturing led investigations through partnerships with Quality and other business units at the site.
  • Assist BPEs to determine root cause, implement a solution and a verification check to ensure the fix was effective.
  • Assist with creation and on-going maintenance of all pertinent equipment, policies, and procedures.
  • Be flexible in rotations between upstream and downstream to learn aseptic techniques, cell culture, recovery, purification, aseptic fill/finish.
  • Assist in producing clinical and commercial material on an annual basis that meets the site's strategic objectives and is compliant with cGMPs.
  • Support the product requirements to ensure that all products are produced according to plan. Learn cGMP and cGDP and ensure cGMP documentation is being filled out correctly, training is current and all Quality requirements are being followed.
  • Responsible for maintaining quality standards to meet cGMP requirements, CFR's, and internal company policies directly related to the manufacturing process.
  • Partner with Quality to ensure a quality and compliant manufacturing environment.
  • Assist the technical operations team to resolve any issues related to production.


Qualifications

  • Direct experience in cGMP environment with Bachelors of Science Degree in Biology, Chemistry, Biotechnology or applicable field or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.
  • Entry level into the biopharmaceutical based GMP manufacturing operations, no experience necessary.
  • Approximately 10% travel required.
  • Must be able to routinely lift over 35 lbs. Must be able to work alternate 12 hour shifts and weekends, as needed.

The level of this position will be based on the final candidate's qualifications.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

AveXis is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, sexual orientation or veteran status.

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