Manager, Biologics Mass Spec/Biophysical - 744000019189607-5844 - SGS North America Inc.
Lincolnshire, IL
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Description
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification
company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability,
quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600
offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and
more interconnected world.
Job Description
The Manager, Biologics is responsible for managing the operations and
departmental activities of the Biologics teams. You will be highly
knowledgeable and experienced in the development and execution of all
methods used for Biologics. Knowledge and experience in the analysis of
primary, secondary, tertiary protein/peptide structure using amino acid
analysis (AAA), N-terminal sequencing, circular dichroism (CD), FTIR,
and/or DSC, and LCMS. Analysis of protein quaternary structure and
aggregates using SEC-MALS, svAUC, and/or DLS is required. The Manager
will also have experience in designing and managing analytical plans to
advance Biologics throughout the development process. The Manager will
be responsible for the seamless and flawless execution of projects in
collaboration with technical, operational, and project managers. This
role is expected to be both client and internal-facing. The ability to
multi-task, perform under deadlines, and deliver the highest quality
work is absolutely key to success in this position.
- Manage and oversee the departmental activities in Biologics
including overseeing team supervisors to ensure all areas related to
testing such as scheduling, preparedness for testing, the conduct of
testing activities, and reporting are done efficiently and
effectively
- Serve as a technical expert in the areas of Biologics, providing
advice and leadership as needed to each department
- Develop, implement, and maintain systems to ensure that SGS clients
receive top-notch customer service from the Biologics department
- Ensure that all client requests for Biologics information or quotes
(or information regarding any of SGS's other services) are met in a
timely and effective manner
- Devise, conduct and/or manage all studies related to Biologics
- Cultivate long-term relationships with clients based on a
combination of technical expertise, scientific knowledge, and
professional integrity
- Responsible for performance and/or management of routine large
molecule testing requested by clients, as well as certain advanced
or specialized studies requested by clients
- Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of all SOPs pertaining
to the laboratory
- Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of GMP/GLP and ISO
requirements as these pertain to work performed in the laboratory
- Provide scientific guidance in all technical areas, in particular,
serve as the large molecule analytical development expert on
biologics stability and release testing, test method development and
validation, and establishment of specifications
- Participate in departmental and/or company-wide projects designed to
improve the nature of SGS client services
- Ensure that all reasonable requests from the General Manager of SGS
Life Science Services pertaining to the conduct of a given test or
group of tests are met in a timely and effective manner
- Ensure that all Scientists in the Biological Services laboratory
have the resources required to successfully complete their studies
- Notify the corporate QA Department whenever regulatory affairs
issues pertaining to testing need to be addressed
- Notify Project Coordinators of any special requests or general
concerns regarding sample log-in, reporting, and billing activities
- Play a lead role in Department l or company-wide projects designed
to improve the internal efficiency and overall quality of work
performed at the laboratory
- Play a lead role in creating and maintaining a positive atmosphere
of teamwork throughout the lab
- #IND
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, or
related sciences Required
- 8+ years of experience performing advanced testing, analysis, and
data interpretation in a regulated, commercial lab environment
Required
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
- Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, or related
sciences Preferred Preferred
- OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire,
train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics,
status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by
law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable
accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the
knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
information, please see:
https://illinoisjoblink.illinois.gov/jobs/12318736 Company
Description
We are SGS - the world's leading testing, inspection and certification
company. We are recognized as the global benchmark for sustainability,
quality and integrity. Our 99,600 employees operate a network of 2,600
offices and laboratories, working together to enable a better, safer and
more interconnected world.
Job Description
The Manager, Biologics is responsible for managing the operations and
departmental activities of the Biologics teams. You will be highly
knowledgeable and experienced in the development and execution of all
methods used for Biologics. Knowledge and experience in the analysis of
primary, secondary, tertiary protein/peptide structure using amino acid
analysis (AAA), N-terminal sequencing, circular dichroism (CD), FTIR,
and/or DSC, and LCMS. Analysis of protein quaternary structure and
aggregates using SEC-MALS, svAUC, and/or DLS is required. The Manager
will also have experience in designing and managing analytical plans to
advance Biologics throughout the development process. The Manager will
be responsible for the seamless and flawless execution of projects in
collaboration with technical, operational, and project managers. This
role is expected to be both client and internal-facing. The ability to
multi-task, perform under deadlines, and deliver the highest quality
work is absolutely key to success in this position.
- Manage and oversee the departmental activities in Biologics
including overseeing team supervisors to ensure all areas related to
testing such as scheduling, preparedness for testing, the conduct of
testing activities, and reporting are done efficiently and
effectively
- Serve as a technical expert in the areas of Biologics, providing
advice and leadership as needed to each department
- Develop, implement, and maintain systems to ensure that SGS clients
receive top-notch customer service from the Biologics department
- Ensure that all client requests for Biologics information or quotes
(or information regarding any of SGS's other services) are met in a
timely and effective manner
- Devise, conduct and/or manage all studies related to Biologics
- Cultivate long-term relationships with clients based on a
combination of technical expertise, scientific knowledge, and
professional integrity
- Responsible for performance and/or management of routine large
molecule testing requested by clients, as well as certain advanced
or specialized studies requested by clients
- Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of all SOPs pertaining
to the laboratory
- Maintain thorough knowledge and understanding of GMP/GLP and ISO
requirements as these pertain to work performed in the laboratory
- Provide scientific guidance in all technical areas, in particular,
serve as the large molecule analytical development expert on
biologics stability and release testing, test method development and
validation, and establishment of specifications
- Participate in departmental and/or company-wide projects designed to
improve the nature of SGS client services
- Ensure that all reasonable requests from the General Manager of SGS
Life Science Services pertaining to the conduct of a given test or
group of tests are met in a timely and effective manner
- Ensure that all Scientists in the Biological Services laboratory
have the resources required to successfully complete their studies
- Notify the corporate QA Department whenever regulatory affairs
issues pertaining to testing need to be addressed
- Notify Project Coordinators of any special requests or general
concerns regarding sample log-in, reporting, and billing activities
- Play a lead role in Department l or company-wide projects designed
to improve the internal efficiency and overall quality of work
performed at the laboratory
- Play a lead role in creating and maintaining a positive atmosphere
of teamwork throughout the lab
- #IND
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, or
related sciences Required
- 8+ years of experience performing advanced testing, analysis, and
data interpretation in a regulated, commercial lab environment
Required
- 3+ years of supervisory experience
- Ph.D. in Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Biology, or related
sciences Preferred Preferred
- OR equivalent combination of education and experience
Additional Information
SGS is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and as such we recruit, hire,
train, and promote persons in all job classifications without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, marital
status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics,
status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristics protected by
law.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform
each essential duty satisfactorily with or without reasonable
accommodations. The requirements listed above are representative of the
knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required.
Source : SGS North America Inc.
