Technologist

Job description

Reference N o. R2534880

Position Title: Technologist

Duration : Temporary (6 Months) – Full-time

Department : Chemistry 3

Major Activities of the Job:

Advanced Instrumental Testing (one or more of the following tests: HPLC, GC, AA, TOC):

·  Set up and ensure operation of equipment is satisfactory
·  Perform equipment preventative maintenance, if required
·  Maintain equipment logbooks
·  Perform system suitability testing, if required
·  Investigate and determine root cause if system suitability testing does not meet criteria

Advanced Routine Chemical Testing (one or more of the following tests: BCG Moisture, SDS-PAGE/Western Blot, Aluminum Determination):

SDS-PAGE/ Western Blot:

·  Samples and standards are prepared, precipitated and treated as per SOP
·  Reagents are prepared
·  Various gel concentrations are prepared according to antigen being tested
·  Confirmation of antigen identify by western blot
·  Purify and impurities determined by densitometer
·  Record results in logbook and TR

BCG Moisture:

·  Prepare vials
·  Perform series of weighings over six days
·  Perform calculations
·  Record results in logbook and TR

Aluminum Determination:

·  Prepare samples and reagents
·  Digest samples
·  Perform back titration and calculations
·  Record results in logbook and TR

Raw Material Testing:

·  Perform testing on over 100 different raw materials according to methods outlined in each specification
·  Test include purity and trace analysis
·  Purity - aqueous and non-aqueous titrations, back titrations, melting point, thin layer chromatography
·  Trace analysis - chloride, heavy metals, iron, sulphate, residue on ignition, loss on drying, identify testing
·  Perform literature searches to ensure current test methods are used and recommend improvements where applicable

Miscellaneous Laboratory Activities:

·  As work schedule dictates, is able and expected to perform all aspects of tests and acts as a back-up for relevant office work
·  The following laboratory tests include: identify tests for thimerosal, sodium, haemophilus, etc., specific gravity, sucrose determination, optical rotation

Maintenance of Quality Systems (including adherence to GxPs, safety guidelines, monitoring and maintaining documentation related to facilities, equipment and testing):

·  Responsible for identifying and notifying Manager or designate of any laboratory non-conformances. Provide required supporting documentation to expediate the closures of these events
·  Ensures adherence to safety guidelines as outlined in corporate and site policies
·  Report any damages/abnormalities to Manager and/or designate and/or notify Security/Physical Plant.
·  Provide testing information for testing metrics to Manager or designate
·  Confirm SAP process orders

New Tests/Test Transfer:

·  Develop/Optimize new test procedures
·  Participate in transferring test from AS&I
·  Compile and analyze all test results

No employee has a proprietary right to an activity or group of activities. Activities may be changed or reassigned to meet the needs of the operations.

Minimum Qualifications:

·  Minimum three (3) years Community College Diploma (Chemistry, Biochemistry, Math), plus a minimum three (3) years of previous relevant work experience
·  Preferred four (4) years Bachelor's Degree (BSc, Chemistry, Biochemistry) plus a minimum two (2) years of relevant previous work experience
·  Working knowledge in the following areas: Standard Chemical/Biochemical laboratory techniques; SOP writing and validation analysis; GMP/GLP techniques
·  Excellent verbal and written Communication skills
·  Ability work within a team and independently
·  Strong Organization and Planning skills with a Problem-solving mindset

Applications received after the official closing date will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Hours Of Work:

Inclusive from Monday to Friday 8:00a.m.- 4:00p.m.

This is subject to change at any time and it should not be construed as limiting the right of the company to make such change to meet the requirements of the operation.

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Sanofi Pasteur, the vaccines division of Sanofi, is the largest company in the world devoted entirely to human vaccines. Our driving goal is to protect people from infectious diseases by creating safe and effective vaccines.  Our company distributes more than 1 billion doses of vaccine each year, making it possible to vaccinate more than 500 million people across the globe.  Sanofi Pasteur offers the broadest range of vaccines in the world, providing protection against 20 bacterial and viral diseases.

Sanofi is dedicated to supporting people through their health challenges. We are a global biopharmaceutical company focused on human health. We prevent illness with vaccines, provide innovative treatments to fight pain and ease suffering. We stand by the few who suffer from rare diseases and the millions with long-term chronic conditions.  With more than 100,000 people in 100 countries, Sanofi is transforming scientific innovation into healthcare solutions around the globe.

Sanofi is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. Our goal is to attract, develop and retain highly talented employees from diverse backgrounds, allowing us to benefit from a wide variety of experiences and perspectives. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified applicants.  Accommodations for persons with disabilities required during the recruitment process are available upon request.

Thank you in advance for your interest.

Only those candidates selected for interviews will be contacted.

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