Scientist Principal Job Description

Scientist Principal Job Description

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Scientist principal provides expertise in pharmacokinetics (PK), pharmacodynamics (PD) and advance modeling approaches such as PBPK and QSP modeling.

Scientist Principal Duties & Responsibilities

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Sample responsibilities for this position include:

Recognized as having advanced expertise in their field of training and broad knowledge of drug discovery
Manage or lead projects for multiple programs across the portfolio and schedules activities in accordance with line function and program/corporate goals/assignments and priorities supporting Discovery, Nonclinical and Clinical programs
Implement innovative approaches and proposes new strategies within Research
Act as a resource or provide guidance to colleagues
Execute product technology transfer and new product launches as per NPD Road Map and project timeline
Execute process development and qualification activities in mixing process, cleaning process, new process technologies
To identify areas for improvement and drive flawless execution in project assignment by using Process Excellent tools Design of experiment, Lean thinking and Six-sigma process and FPX (Flawless Project Execution) methodology
Identify/modify/adapt new metrological technologies to fill the gap of internal capabilities
Design and perform hands-on lab work to characterize material physical/structural/chemical properties
Build or improve measurement device/tools if necessary

Scientist Principal Qualifications

Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.

Licensing or Certifications for Scientist Principal

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Education for Scientist Principal

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Employers hiring for the scientist principal job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Master's and Bachelor's Degree in Science, Chemistry, Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Technical, Biochemistry, Computer Science, Biology, Statistics, Education

Skills for Scientist Principal

Desired skills for scientist principal include:

Clustering
Current key datasets
Therapeutic landscape and demographic/epidemiological considerations within TA
Field
Field of expertise
Moderate range of tools develop scripts and algorithms for current and future applications
PK/PD and quantitative systems pharmacology modeling
Pharmacokinetics
Regression
Working with Big Data Visualization Specialist

Desired experience for scientist principal includes:

Driven by data
If no PhD, minimum of 5+ years of industrial biotech experience post Bachelor’s
Fluent with experimental design (DOE)
The candidate will have state-of-the-art knowledge in histological, histochemical, autoradiographical and other imaging techniques
Possess an enthusiastic, flexible and creative approach to problem solving
Good communication skills for effective liaison and teamwork in a dynamic/highly collaborative environment

Scientist Principal Examples

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Scientist Principal Job Description

Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is hiring for a scientist principal. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for scientist principal
  • Performing a wide range of analyses to support the manufacture and testing of therapeutic proteins and other biological products
  • Performing tests accurately
  • Using office- and instrumentation-specific computer software producing written reports, , internal and client reports
  • Preparing documents, , SOP, OMC
  • Developing and executing validation plans for instrumentation
  • Carrying out method transfers and feasibility studies
  • Training and supervising technical staff
  • Giving oral presentations for industry, internal training, and client reviews
  • Create, access, and review new raw materials, Developmental and Finished product microbial-related specifications for products through development
  • Develop computational systems models working with internal and external collaborators
Qualifications for scientist principal
  • Proficient in software platforms (e.g., Python, R, SQL) , to include but not limited to linear and integer programming
  • The principal development scientist position will work closely with groups within MRT including Process and Analytical Development external contract organizations, and participate /lead tech transfer teams and work with CMO on cGMP manufacture and release of drug product
  • Must have a working knowledge of various analytical methods used during the development of pharmaceutical products, including, but not limited to, HPLC, IR, UV, NMR, Mass Spec., dissolution and tablet hardness, , and ability to liase and coordinate development activities with analytical chemistry experts
  • Liaise with discovery biologists, bioanalytical scientists, non-clinical and clinical teams, external collaborators to set biomarker goals/expectations and implement innovative techniques to identify and validate biomarkers (e.g., target engagement, mechanism of drug action, pharmacodynamics, proof of concept, etc)
  • 3+ years of extensive hands-on laboratory experience encompassing characterizing physical/structural/chemical properties of materials, such as nanoparticles, surface adsorption, porous material, using common material characterization techniques (microscopy, spectroscopy, performance testing)
  • Develop Monitoring procedures to ensure Central DS&E and CPO compliance to Pharmacovigilance established procedures
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Scientist Principal Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is hiring for a scientist principal. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for scientist principal
  • With the PI create partnerships to obtain additional funding and knowledge
  • This position is responsible for validation activities in a cGMP / CBER regulated medical device manufacturing environment
  • This candidate will be responsible for preparing, reviewing and/or approving validation documents to support new product launches and any changes to existing validated processes for regulated on-market products
  • Duties include the preparation and technical review and approval of validation documents such as plans, protocols and reports, analysis of data, and developing validation strategies in accordance with industry guidelines and SOPs
  • Functions in a leadership role within Bioprocess Analytics
  • Developing and commercializing new and improved products that meet or exceed customer requirements
  • Provides assistance to current commercial products and line extensions by providing scientific review, investigation and support according to the established product development process and quality procedures
  • Has at least 5-8 years of experience
  • Leads product development projects
  • Develops and implements detailed experimental plans to drive product development
Qualifications for scientist principal
  • Effective at working independently inside of a team
  • Strong publication and presentation record in organic chemistry
  • Eagerness to take on responsibilities outside of the lab
  • Willingness to comply with EHS and safe laboratory practices
  • The ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in an interdisciplinary environment is essential
  • Bachelor's/Master's/Doctorate degree in biology, molecular or cell biology
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Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of scientist principal. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for scientist principal
  • Manufacturing equipment includes a variety of lab equipment such as fermenters, HPLC’s, UPLC’s, and Spectrophotometers
  • Participate/lead project for equipment qualifications, aassume responsibility for timely completion of projects or assigned work, ensuring activities are consistent with project critical path and responding appropriately to changing priorities
  • Assure all equipment and facility qualification activities comply with existing corporate and government standards, , QSRs, cGMP, ISO 13485, OSHA, Assure timely completion of deviations, non-conformance investigations, corrections, corrective actions, preventative actions, and proof of effectiveness
  • The candidate must be a self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment
  • Candidate must be proficient in Microsoft office
  • The successful candidate may be actively engaged in participating and evaluating progress in collaborative programs with external partners, so experience in collaborative research would be desirable
  • Industrial experience in developing alloys or aluminum products
  • Knowledge of aluminium alloys metallurgy
  • Knowledge of the aluminum transformation processes (rolling, extrusion, wire drawing, foundry, deformation, surface treatment, etc ...)
  • Advanced mastery of French or English (oral and written)
Qualifications for scientist principal
  • PhD in relevant scientific discipline (biology, immunology, biochemistry, chemistry, cell biology ) with 10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Experience in disease modeling
  • Directing the activities of technical personnel
  • B.S/MS/PhD in Biology, Microbiology, Biochemistry and more 6 + years of experience
  • Assay plate design for immunological assays or assays with a biological target
  • Knowledge of and experience in quality and regulatory requirements under which diagnostic products are developed, commercialized and supported
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Scientist Principal Job Description

Job Description Example
Our company is looking for a scientist principal. We appreciate you taking the time to review the list of qualifications and to apply for the position. If you don’t fill all of the qualifications, you may still be considered depending on your level of experience.
Responsibilities for scientist principal
  • Manage individuals who are responsible for product development stages including Clinical Trial Applications
  • CTAs) in Phase I-III, Product Registration and Launch (PR&L) filings, and post filing activities
  • Provides mentorship to day to day guidance to team members to improve the statistical proficiency of the team
  • Serves on various interdepartmental teams seeking to propose, evaluate and implement new initiatives, and work on other critical projects
  • Queries data from large relational databases for various analyses and/or requests
  • Maintains and updates documented departmental procedures, checklists and metrics comprehensively and on a timely basis
  • Responds to various internal and external client requests, providing data driven solutions to the problems presented
  • Implements prevention and detection controls to ensure data integrity
  • Works closely with internal customers and IT personnel to improve current processes and engineer new methods
  • Collaborate with researchers from a variety of disciplines and fields to acquire, process, and understand data that clients need to make better decisions
Qualifications for scientist principal
  • Master of Science or health-related discipline is required
  • Clinical knowledge of ocular anatomy and ophthalmic procedures
  • Proven ability to analyze, interpret, and discuss safety information
  • M.S., M.P.H., or Ph.D
  • An outstanding reputation among clients for integrity, responsiveness, and expertise
  • Highly independent, driven, self-motivated and innovative thinker
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Job Description Example
Our innovative and growing company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of scientist principal. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for scientist principal
  • The ability to provide specialist technical input, including strong writing and review skills, into the environmental business and seek opportunities to strengthen services to our clients on multidisciplinary and complex projects
  • Proven business development skills with a passion and motivation for building deep and enduring relationships with clients and internal stakeholders
  • A propensity for strategic thinking with hands-on implementation
  • The ability to lead and influence people in a way that helps achieve stretch targets and creates value beyond expectations
  • Conduct fundamental research into formal verification of hardware and software systems
  • Assist and lead proposal efforts to acquire research funding
  • Publish results as warranted in leading conferences and journals
  • Support the collegial atmosphere of the Computer Science Laboratory, and contribute specialized knowledge to aid colleagues as appropriate
  • Serve as a project manager and senior leader related to chemical, oil & gas, and utility client projects
  • Prepare and review technical analyses and documents, proposals and/or qualifications information
Qualifications for scientist principal
  • Ph.D with 5+ years’ Industry experience in Analytical Protein Biochemistry
  • Establish and perform relevant biology assays based on program needs by working across functions/disciplines (internal) and/or through external collaborations
  • Effectively resolving scientific and technical challenges related to biology studies using knowledge and subject matter expertise/experience to enable program progression
  • Positively influence program/project direction and progress using know-how, expertise and experience
  • Supervise/manage/support junior scientists to achieve their objectives
  • Prepare and document scientific findings according to business practices (for both internal and external studies)

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