Johnson & Johnson

MSAT Drug Product External Principal Scientist

Johnson & Johnson$102K — $173K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required; Master's or PhD in Engineering or Pharmaceutical Science preferred.
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience.
  • Experienced with various dosage forms, particularly solids manufacturing technology.
  • Background working with an external manufacturing network (EM).
  • Basic understanding of Small Molecule Supply chain dynamics.
  • Strong communication, teamwork, and networking abilities at all organizational levels.
  • Good prioritization skills and the capacity to lead under general direction.

Responsibilities

  • Execute drug product technology transfers and lifecycle activities.
  • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) in collaboration with Virtual Management Team and other supply chain functions.
  • Coordinate technical assessments and implement MSAT Technology Roadmaps for contract manufacturing organizations (CMOs).
  • Serve as the primary technical contact for EM sites and advocate in Virtual Management Team discussions.
  • Monitor ongoing and future technical activities at the manufacturing site.
  • Engage in Site Lifecycle processes, from due diligence to ongoing monitoring and disengagement.
  • Facilitate technical risk metrics and account planning for external manufacturers.

Benefits

  • Participation in pension and savings plan (401(k)).
  • Long-term incentive program eligibility.
  • Vacation of 120 hours per year.
  • Sick leave of 40-56 hours per year based on location.
  • 13 days of holiday pay, including floating holidays.
  • Parental leave of 480 hours after a child’s birth or adoption.
  • Caregiver and volunteer leave options available.
Full Job Description
Job Function:
Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:
Process Engineering

Job Category:
Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:
Guaynabo, Puerto Rico, United States of America, Titusville, New Jersey, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a MSAT Synthetics Drug Product External Principal Scientist.

MSAT (Manufacturing Science and Technology) is a division of the Innovative Medicine Supply Chain (IMSC) of Johnson & Johnson. MSAT is a worldwide organization with members located across the geography in close vicinity to the Internal Manufacturing Network (MTO) and External Manufacturers, providing Technical Competence and Manufacturing Excellence to Johnson and Johnson's pharmaceutical environment and product portfolio.

The MSAT Synthetics DP External Site Pr. Scientist is responsible for providing technical oversight to external manufacturing (EM) sites. They shall also lead all aspects of site ownership in performing due diligence, auditing, and site onboarding. The Scientist will conduct technical/risk assessment, execution, and/or oversight of New Product Introduction (NPI), technical transfers, and Product Life Cycle (LCM) management. They will be involved with standards and new technology deployment, Multi-Variate Analysis (MVA) & statistical analysis, Proactive assessments and de-risking of products and process through collaboration with various other MSAT teams, different functions, and partners.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Handle execution of drug product technology transfer, product life cycle activities, material qualification, and cleaning validation
  • Support NPI using applicable tools and standards in collaboration with Virtual Management Team (VMT), key supply chain functions, Technical launch integrators / owners, and EM site
  • Act as Technical coordinator for CMO process technology proficiency assessment, technology standards, and implementation of MSAT Technology Roadmaps
  • Serve as primary contact and site owner for technical issues related to EM and represent in VMT by being a single technical voice including EM, thus supporting decision / actions
  • Maintain and develop good understanding of the status regarding ongoing and future planned technical activities at site
  • Engage in Site Lifecycle processes (due diligence / selection, onboarding, engage, ongoing monitoring, disengage) including support to localization; also be involved in technical assessment / due diligence of product portfolio / in- licensing
  • Support working models and tools in handling EM from technical perspective which includes Technical risk metrics & Switching Effort / Complexity metric for fit-for-purpose segmentation model, and account planning/adherence
  • Conduct technical assessment of change controls and other quality related activities by associating with Quality for audits and inspections
  • Provide technical support on site for investigations and resolution of deviation / OOS (process, cleaning, troubleshooting) by collaborating with engineering, product launch, and technical owners


Qualifications:

Education:
  • Minimum of a Bachelor's/University or equivalent degree required; Master's or PhD and/or focused degree specialization in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, or equivalent technical subject is preferred


Experience and Skills:

Required:
  • Minimum 6 years of relevant work experience
  • Demonstrated experience/expertise with various dosage forms, including experience with solids manufacturing technology, process, and transfer
  • Experience working with external manufacturing network (EM)
  • Basic knowledge of Small Molecule Supply chain (products, customers, suppliers, plants)
  • Strong communication and teamwork/networking skills with the ability to interact at different levels of the organization/sector
  • Ability to lead activities under general direction, and demonstrate a good sense of prioritization of assigned tasks & goals and handle time accordingly
  • Strong understanding and knowledge of Q&C (Quality & Compliance) and the regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, EHSS, etc.) related to pharmaceutical manufacturing environment


Preferred:
  • Experience in new pharmaceutical manufacturing technology especially OROS technology, continuous manufacturing, or related technology
  • Understanding and application knowledge in statistics and process excellence / investigation tools


Other:
  • May require up to 25% travel, domestic and/or international depending on business needs


For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com.]

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:
Agile Decision Making, Business Savvy, Coaching, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Crisis Management, Critical Thinking, Disruptive Innovations, Emerging Technologies, Industrial Hygiene, Lean Supply Chain Management, Organizing, Process Control, Process Engineering, Product Costing, Program Management, Project Schedule, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Technical Research

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :
102,000-173,400

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:
Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company's consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)). This position is eligible to participate in the Company's long-term incentive program. Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits: Vacation -120 hours per calendar year Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington -56 hours per calendar year Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays -13 days per calendar year Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year Parental Leave - 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child Condolence Leave - 30 days for an immediate family member: 5 days for an extended family member Caregiver Leave - 10 days Volunteer Leave - 4 days Military Spouse Time-Off - 80 hours Additional information can be found through the link below. https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits

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