Microbiologist

Job DescriptionMicrobiologist with FlareAre you looking for a different challenge as a Microbiologist whereby you can utilise your skills?Are you inspired by leading edge vaccines for animal and livestock welfare?24th Months Fixed Term contract, with competitive renumerationUpskill and growth in an area your passionate about, whilst being fully supported and encouragedBased in Upper Hutt, New ZealandJoin a trusted Global leading Animal Health organisationGraduates welcome to applyThe primary responsibility of the BTS Scientist is to support BTS laboratory functions including preparation and testing of biomaterials and reagents for QC testing, support in method transfers, document support, planning and coordinating own workload and contributing to ensuring the smooth running of their area to meet schedules for release of final and intermediate products.Biotechnology Solutions (BTS) within Animal Health is responsible for reliability and improvement of processes of veterinary vaccines and project management for all processes and analytics in the manufacturing and analytical space. Moreover, BTS Upper Hutt is responsible for process development of production processes and associated analysis for bacterial antigens as well as vaccine manufacturing (formulations) processes for new vaccines (R&D pipeline) and technology transfers. The BTS UPH team works closely cooperates with Manufacturing, Quality and R&D colleagues worldwide.The function of the BTS Scientist at BTS Upper Hutt falls within the Animal Health Science and Technology department which is part of the manufacturing division.What You Will DoResponsibilities include, however not limited to:Providing support to fermentation and DSP projects and technology development.Develop expert reports and scientific reviews for method and process development.Preparation, purification and analysis of samples, biomaterials for method development.Planning and execution of experiments.Planning and organising work to meet project schedules.Accurately Record All Test Data / Observations ByDocumenting all tasks appropriately in accordance with Good Documentation Practice.Peer reviewing work of other team members on procedures in which they are trained.What You Must HaveScience degree preferably in biological science such as microbiologyCompetency in Mathematics and English (written and oral)Experience in a laboratory, manufacturing, or food preparation facility preferableUnderstanding of process improvement and design of experimentComputer Skills: MS Office suiteWhat You Can ExpectWork autonomously whilst being supported, encouraged and being part of a trusted Global leading Animal Health organisation.To be a critical thinker and problem solverFlexibility and opening doors to other opportunities and skillsetsJoining a collaborative team of likeminded individualsWe are proud to be a company that embraces the value of bringing diverse, talented, and committed people together. The fastest way to breakthrough innovation is when diverse ideas come together in an inclusive environment. We encourage our colleagues to respectfully challenge one another's thinking and approach problems collectively. We are an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace.
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