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Senior Process Development Scientist

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Oxfordshire
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Your NewpanyYou will be joining a science-led organisation focused on the development of solid-dose vaccines. Thepany fosters a collaborative and quality-driven environment, where innovation in pharmaceutical manufacturing is central to its mission. You’ll work alongside a dedicated team of expertsmitted to advancing scalable, efficient, and robust vaccine production processes.
Your New RoleAs a Senior Process Development Scientist, you will lead laboratory-based experimentation to optimise manufacturing processes for solid-dose vaccines. You will play a key role in supporting technology transfer to external partners, mentoring junior scientists, and ensuring scientific excellence in process development. This rolebines hands-on lab work with cross-functional collaboration and technical leadership.Main ResponsibilitiesProcess Development & Optimisation:

Design, plan, and execute experiments to develop scalable and efficient manufacturing processes. Support batch manufacturing activities for internal and external projects. Analyse and interpret experimental data, generating protocols and technical reports.

Technology Transfer:Support and participate in technology transfer activities for CDMOs.Work at third-party sites as required to ensure successful process implementation.Scientific Leadership & Mentorship:Guide and mentor junior team members in rigorous scientific practices.Stay current with scientific literature and apply relevant knowledge to development activities.Collaboration &munication:Liaise with colleagues across departments to ensure smooth project execution.Share experimental findings proactively and contribute to cross-functional discussions.Work within a quality system, maintaining traceable and accurate documentation.Adhere to health and safety standards and promote safe laboratory practices.
What You’ll Need to SucceedEducation: in a relevant scientific or engineering discipline.Experience:Minimum of 3 years’ lab-based experience in an R&D or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.Experience with manufacturing processes such as powder blending, tabletting, and tech transfer is highly desirable.Familiarity with GMP and product quality requirements is advantageous.Skills & Attributes:Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.Effectivemunicator and team collaborator.Organised, detail-oriented, and proactive in driving scientific progress.
What You’ll Get in ReturnEnvironment: Work in a collaborative, science-led setting focused on innovation in vaccine development.Development: Opportunities to lead projects and mentor others in a growing technical team.Impact:
Contribute to the advancement of novel solid dose vaccine technologies.
What You Need to Do NowIf you are interested in this role, please click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV or contact us directly at for a confidential discussion about your career options. If this job isn’t quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, feel free to reach out to us for guidance on your next career move.Keywords:Senior Process Development Scientist, process optimisation, technology transfer, powder blending, tabletting, GMP, solid dose vaccines, pharmaceutical manufacturing, Milton Park, Oxford. #4713466 - Shanae Meadows

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