Packaging Specialist-Characterization
Posted 1 day 16 hours ago by MSD Nederland
We have an exciting new job opportunity at our location in Oss (Pivot Park) and are looking to hire a Associate Specialist Packaging Characterization
Welcome in our team
The global Pharma Analytical Technology Solutions (PATS) division ( 60 employees) drives and executes pharma analytical excellence in close alignment with their partners in R&D and manufacturing in order to ensure robust analytical method introduction, method transfers, analytical innovation and a reliable product supply to customers. PATS has considerable experience in analytical method development, improvement and validation, process - & release analytics as well as in analytical transfer planning & execution. As part of the PATS Material Science & Characterization Team (13 FTE) in Oss, the Extraneous Matter and Packaging Characterization team acts as a Center of Excellence for extraneous matter analysis and packaging characterization within our global animal health organization.
Purpose of the role
Under the direction of the Team lead of Extraneous Matter and Packaging Characterization (based in Oss), you are responsible for performing various packaging characterization activities, documenting raw data, and reporting results.
Tasks and responsibilities
- Planning and executing various analytical tasks related to packaging characterization (Tensile Testing, Water Vapor and Moisture Transmission analysis, Container Closure Integrity Testing, Leak Testing, Rub Testing, determining dimensions of packaging containers, etc.);
- Registering samples, documenting raw data, writing study protocols and reporting results;
- Keeping good order in the lab and complying with applicable EHS guidelines.
Your profile
- HBO in a technical field, with a few years of (preferably pharmaceutical) industry experience;
- Some experience in material science in general and with packaging characterization in particular
- Experience with Electronic Laboratory Notebook is preferred;
- Knowledge of cGMP is an advantage;
- Proficient in scientific/technical writing and current computer usage (MS Office);
- Fluent English and Dutch at a professional level
This is a temporary position, more information will be provided upon application