What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Bioprocess Scientist and Training Manager position at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.?
The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment.
We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment.
Company:
Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.
Job Description:
The Senior Bioprocess Scientist and Training Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Massachusetts Training Center (MTC) including the teaching lab, applications lab, and the equipment demonstration area. The position will focus on establishing procedures, development of relevant curricula and manage workflow to serve the bioprocessing industry as it relates to Asahi Kasei Bioprocess (AKBA) products and services. The ideal candidate will have a talent for thinking creatively and critically with respect to application solutions that serve our customer’s projects and enhance customer loyalty.
If you would like to be an important part of our organizations success, stay up to date in the biotech industry, and impact the lives of others, please apply.
Location: Chelmsford, MA
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.
As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.
We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova® virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment.
Company:
Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc.
Job Description:
The Senior Bioprocess Scientist and Training Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Massachusetts Training Center (MTC) including the teaching lab, applications lab, and the equipment demonstration area. The position will focus on establishing procedures, development of relevant curricula and manage workflow to serve the bioprocessing industry as it relates to Asahi Kasei Bioprocess (AKBA) products and services. The ideal candidate will have a talent for thinking creatively and critically with respect to application solutions that serve our customer’s projects and enhance customer loyalty.
If you would like to be an important part of our organizations success, stay up to date in the biotech industry, and impact the lives of others, please apply.
Location: Chelmsford, MA
Essential Duties/Responsibilities
- Design and execute technology courses that promote the sale of AKB products and services, particularly around Planova Virus Removal Filters, BioOptimal MF-SL TFF filters, and technology used in bioprocessing applications
- Design experiments to be conducted in the application lab to help support marketing and sales of AKB products as well as customer specific applications. Implements new test methods, instruments, and procedures; preparing proposals for customers; monitoring upstream and downstream equipment and assays
- Lead the strategic planning of the MTC site to leverage site activity for customer acquisition, retention, and enhanced customer loyalty
- Manage staff by communicating best laboratory practices, training, and coaching of new team members, and providing day-to-day supervision to meet goals and objectives laid out in yearly business plans
- Ensure compliance with all application regulations for a BSL-1 lab
- Ensure that the physical plant and environmental conditions are appropriate for the testing performed and provide an environment safe from physical, chemical and biological hazards
- Preparation and presentation of forecasts and budgets for MTC department expense budgets, capital expenses, and inventory management policies and approving monthly orders
- Education: Master’s degree or higher in life-science-related field preferred, Bachelor’s degree in life-science related field with 10 plus years of experience can also be applicable
- Experience: 3-5 years of laboratory management, including personnel, budget, and documentation for protocols
- Preferred Experience: Leading teams in the biotech, bioprocess, or life science industry.
- Valid driving license with good driving record
- Knowledge: In depth knowledge of normal flow, tangential flow filtration, and purification techniques by liquid chromatography; prefer basic upstream cell culture techniques
- Exceptional written, verbal, and presentation skills are a must
- 10% ability to travel as required by territory geography and company requirements.
- Based in Chelmsford, MA
Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role.
As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.
Salary : $150,000 - $165,000