The purpose of a Modified Live Virus Production Scientist is to produce USDA licensed Modified Live Viral Vaccines according to the filed Outline of Production.

Role Responsibilities

• Can effectively perform all duties and skills associated with Virus Production Technician I & II.
• Train and delegate daily responsibilities to all levels of Production Technicians per the guidance of the Virus Production Supervisor.
• Assist the Virus Production Supervisor, Scientist III – Lead, and Scientist II in all cell and viral propagation activities: must be able to work independently on certain tasks associated with these activities, such as filling roller bottles and harvesting viral fluids.
• Assist the Virus Production Supervisor, Scientist III – Lead, and Scientist II in fabricating and filling serials of MLV Vaccines: must acquire skills and training to do basic troubleshooting on the machine when errors occur.
• Aid in the identification and recommendation of any needed equipment and materials for MLV production.
• Work directly with the Virus Production Supervisor, Scientist III – Lead, and Scientist II to optimize MLV harvest yields and potency of virus vaccines.
• Maintain viral harvest fluid inventory in accordance with the filed Outlines of Production.
• Aid in the training of personnel in areas associated with Virus Production such as media production, sucrose production, HBSS production and blend prep: Required to produce reagents at times when technicians are pulled to different priorities.
• Oversee the maintenance of Liquid Nitrogen Inventory for cells and virus by technicians.
• Interface with USDA compliance officers during facility inspections as required.
• Ensure that general cleanliness and records are being kept up to date on hoods, incubators and other equipment associated with virus production.
• Interface with Research and Development team & Technical Transition Team as projects transition to production.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.

Competencies Required for Role

ANALYTICAL THINKING/PROBLEM SOLVING - is the ability to identify the information needed to clarify a situation, seek that information from various sources and then tackle a problem by using a logical, systematic, sequential approach. Ability to identify and separate the key components of problems and situations.  Ability to interpret information from a range of sources to spot patterns and trends in information and to deduce cause and effect from this

EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION - Is the ability to convey information to another effectively and efficiently, to listen – help facilitate sharing of information between people. It is about understanding the emotional intention behind the information. The ability to express oneself clearly in conversations, confirm understanding, communicate using data and facts whilst adapting to one’s audience.  Exhibit willingness to listen and show respect for oneself and others in interactions with others.   express oneself clearly in verbal and business writing.

INITIATIVE - Identifying what needs to be done and doing it before being asked or before the situation requires it.

PROCESS IMPROVEMENT – involves the business practice of identifying, analyzing, and improving existing processes to optimize performance.

THOROUGHNESS/DETAIL ORIENTED – Ensuring that one’s own and others’ work and information are complete and accurate; carefully preparing for meetings and presentations following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.

Role Requirements:

Essential:

• Minimum of Bachelor of Science in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Some work experience or classroom experience in a laboratory environment
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong math and computer skills (including MS Office)
• Strong problem-solving skills
• Strong understanding of analytical instruments
• Highly motivated and able to work under minimal supervision.
• Detail oriented.
• Able to work effectively cross-functionally with all other departments and build trust through active collaborations.
• Good command of the English language.

Desirable:

• 2+ years prior work experience in vaccine related field and/or laboratory environment.
• Positive can-do attitude and willingness to be flexible when project priorities change.

About Bimeda

Bimeda is a leading global innovator, manufacturer and marketer of veterinary pharmaceuticals and animal health products and has over half a century’s experience in providing science-driven solutions to optimize the health, wellbeing and productivity of the world’s animals.

Bimeda’s global innovation program sees six state-of-the art R&D centers across four continents collaborate on an enviable product development pipeline which anticipates the ever-evolving needs of the animal health industry.

Bimeda’s nine manufacturing facilities across seven countries allow the company to manufacture a broad range of preventative, curative and nutritional products including sterile injectables, vaccinations, nutritional boluses, feed additives, tablets, water-soluble powders, pastes and non-sterile liquids.

Globally, the company focuses on the development, manufacture and commercialization of quality Bimeda-branded products while also being the partner of choice for contract manufacturing and R&D services for prominent companies within the animal health industry.

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