DS Purification specialist / Engineer (MSAT)

Job Description

Title : DS Purification specialist / Engineer (MSAT) H/F

• Reference : DSPURSPEMSAT/IPD2025
• Département : MSAT
• Hierarchy N+1 : MSAT Manager
• Location : Pasteur Institute Site in Diamniadio
• Contract : CDD / CDI
• Desired start : ASAP

Activities of the position

Job description and the role

IPD is looking for an energetic and talented individual to join the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) team in the role of Manufacturing Sciences and Technology DS purification specialist/engineer (MSAT). The incumbent will support the vaccine manufacturing operations from commercial readiness through PPQ and ongoing commercial production, onsite at contract manufacturing organizations (CMO), with the primary responsibility to provide technical and operational support of manufacturing operations that ensure robust and efficient manufacturing processes.

Duties and responsibilities

• Work cross functionally with program management, process development, quality, facilities, regulatory, finance, logistics, clinical supply, and CMO / supplier management to ensure manufacture under GMP of vaccine products.
• Work closely  collaboration with the Manufacturing, Quality & Compliance, and Product Development/MSAT teams to meet regulatory requirements and ensure successful CGMP manufacturing operations. Lead all aspects of and engage in the planning, design, execution, and documentation of DS purification process Investigations and CAPAs.
• Responsible for supporting the design, development, and optimization of Drug substance manufacturing processes.
• Responsible of the validation of Drug substance purification processes, including writing and reviewing validation protocols and reports.
• Drive continuous improvement and change management in Drug substance processes through technological innovation and application of first principles in process engineering.
• Leverage literature, industry/regulatory guidance, and practical experience to perform work and influence CMC strategies.
• Provide technical support for troubleshooting and resolving manufacturing issues. Recommend and implement new technology that advances knowledge and productivity within the department. Drive continuous improvement.
• Author and review technical reports, manufacturing documents, regulatory submissions, and publications.
  Present at department, project team, and senior management meetings. May present externally at scientific conferences.
• Support IPD manufacturing teams during inspections of health authorities where necessary and ensure proper follow-up of any potential observation or recommendation.

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Essential skills, experience and competencies

The successful candidate will have the following skills and qualities :

A skilled technical leader with expertise in vaccine production, product recovery, and purification and Drug substance manufacturing

• An exceptional team player who works seamlessly with others, speaks up, and remains focused on achieving the best results to attain company goals.
• The ability to analyze data and communicate conclusions, decisions and recommendations concisely to key stakeholders.
• A strong sense of ownership and accountability ; commitment to IPD’s mission of protecting humankind.
  Personal qualities

Strong interpersonal and leadership skills. Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in written formats.