Serán is seeking a Senior Engineer to join their Process Development team who will support process development of pharmaceutical drug products from early clinical manufactures through late-stage process validation. This position will require aptitude for hands-on execution, hypothesis-driven experimental design, and data analysis. A clear communication style and emerging aptitude for strategic thinking will allow the Senior Engineer to navigate important decisions with project sponsors. The Senior Engineer will collaborate with experts in formulation and product design and analytical sciences to form a comprehensive, multi-disciplinary project team that consistently meets milestones and objectives.
Supervisory Responsibilities
May oversee part of the daily workflow of the department
May provide constructive and timely performance evaluations
May coordinate the work of other team members
May provide technical guidance and direction
May provide mentorship
Duties/Responsibilities
Independently develops experimental protocols and templates based on project need
Independently summarizes, reports, and analyzes data to draw conclusions and proposes next steps
Identifies out of trend data, forms hypothesis and investigates
Evaluates data and draws conclusions across data sets/projects
Contributes to laboratory, instrument, and/or equipment maintenance and coordination
Communicates technical information to internal team
Independently communicates technical information to external partners
Independently leads projects
Authors technical reports and presentations with minimal guidance
Develops and manages workplans
Responsibilities may increase in scope to align with company initiatives
Requires Skills/Abilities
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
Scientific curiosity and willingness to learn
Demonstrated experience in pharmaceutical product and / or process development
Communicates effectively and maintains productive relationships with coworkers, clients, and other contacts outside the company
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and work in cross-functional teams
Demonstrated experience with advanced laboratory and data analysis skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate
Accepts feedback from a variety of sources and constructively manages conflict
Education and Experience
B.S. in Science or Engineering discipline with 5+ years of experience,
M.S. in Science or Engineering discipline with 3+ years of experience, or
PhD in Science or Engineering discipline, with preference given to candidates with relevant industrial experience
Physical Requirements
Prolonged periods of sitting or standing at a desk and working on a computer
Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds regularly and up to 50 pounds occasionally
Adheres to consistent and predictable in-person attendance
Motor skills required for basic laboratory operations (pouring liquids, using utensils to transfer powders, visual assessments)
Applicants must be authorized to work for an employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Benefits Summary:
Serán employees accrue over four weeks of paid time off annually. Employer contributions to a retirement account begin after 90 days and do not require an employee match or vesting period. Various health plans allow employees to find the best coverage for their individual or family needs with minimal employee contributions. Serán covers each employee with basic life and long-term disability, giving access to increase or add coverage. An Employee Assistance Program provides support for all things related to our employees’ wellbeing, along with access to pet insurance.
