Protein separations Unit – rare opportunity to advance and develop career with an industry leader.
• Technical focus
• Christchurch based role
• Rewarding package
Our client is a leading biotechnology company which discovers, develops and delivers technology solutions to the global life science research and bioproduction markets, enabling advances across the biological sciences, health, forensic, analytical agricultural and environmental sectors.
They currently seek an outstanding performer to join them as their Technical Development Scientist at their expanding operation in Christchurch. The person will provide:
• Technical support in the development of new and existing methods and processes in production and quality control.
• Support in the transfer of procedures and processes.
• Assistance in process optimization
• Troubleshooting assistance
• Technical support to manufacturing/ Production
• Project planning and implementation
• Scale up and technology transfer to commercial operations
• Documentation in accordance to quality standards
• Maintenance and calibration of experimental equipment/ software
To be successful in this position will require passion, intellectual curiosity and a sense of urgency. In addition, you will need to bring:
• A tertiary science qualification, preferably PhD in Protein Chemistry, Biochemistry or related discipline
• Protein purification experience of minimum 3 years in either academic or commercial environment
• Understanding of cGMP/ ISO and safety and environmentally regulated environment.
• Ability to work as an effective and positive team member
• Have flexibility to serve to the needs of the business
• Ability to use word processing and statistical software
Our client prides itself on providing exceptional career opportunities where the potential with this global leader to learn and grow is virtually unlimited. If you want to apply (in strict confidence) or find out more about working in this dynamic environment, contact Nitika on (09) 525 5520 or send your CV and covering letter to nitika@str.co.nz quoting reference number 01/1201/NS.
Note that New Zealand employers will only make job offers following a face-to-face interview. Candidates should already be in New Zealand, or very close to arrival, or be prepared to cover the costs of travel to New Zealand for an interview. If you do not meet these criteria we may not be able to progress your application. Candidates will also be required to provide written evidence of the status of their Work Permit or Permanent Residency applications.
