Principal Scientist, MSAT Synthetics Liquid DP

Johnson & Johnson

Principal Scientist at Johnson & Johnson overseeing technical aspects of external manufacturing in MSAT Division. Focus on drug product technology transfer and quality compliance across locations.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeBeerse • 🇧🇪 BelgiumLead💰 €79,800 - €137,770 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Switching

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Handle execution of drug product technology transfer, product life cycle activities, material qualification, and cleaning validation
Support NPI using applicable tools and standards in collaboration with Virtual Management Team (VMT), key supply chain functions, Technical launch integrators / owners, and EM site
Act as Technical coordinator for CMO process technology proficiency assessment, technology standards, and implementation of MSAT Technology Roadmaps
Serve as primary contact and site owner for technical issues related to EM and represent in VMT by being a single technical voice including EM, thus supporting decision / actions
Maintain and develop good understanding of the status regarding ongoing and future planned technical activities at site
Engage in Site Lifecycle processes (due diligence / selection, onboarding, engage, ongoing monitoring, disengage) including support to localization; also be involved in technical assessment / due diligence of product portfolio / in- licensing
Support working models and tools in handling EM from technical perspective which includes Technical risk metrics & Switching Effort / Complexity metric for fit-for-purpose segmentation model, and account planning/adherence
Conduct technical assessment of change controls and other quality related activities by associating with Quality for audits and inspections
Provide technical support on site for investigations and resolution of deviation / OOS (process, cleaning, troubleshooting) by collaborating with engineering, product launch, and technical owners

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of a Bachelor's/University or equivalent degree required
Master's or PhD and/or focused degree specialization in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Science, or equivalent technical subject is preferred
Minimum 8 years of relevant work experience
Demonstrated experience/expertise with various dosage forms, including experience in process science and tech transfer of Liquid & solids manufacturing technology.
Experience working with external manufacturing network (EM)
Basic knowledge of Small Molecule Supply chain (products, customers, suppliers, plants)
Strong communication and teamwork/networking skills with the ability to interact at different levels of the organization/sector
Ability to lead activities under general direction, and demonstrate a good sense of prioritization of assigned tasks & goals and handle time accordingly
Strong understanding and knowledge of Q&C (Quality & Compliance) and the regulatory requirements (e.g., GMP, EHSS, etc.) related to pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
Preferred: Experience in specialized technology which includes Freeze dried tablets, Softgel capsules etc., new pharmaceutical manufacturing technology especially continuous manufacturing or related technology.
Understanding and application knowledge in statistics and process excellence / investigation tools.

Benefits

Comp & perks

an annual bonus with set target (% of pay) depending on pay grade / location, where the actual amount is based on the employees’ and companies’ performance of the previous calendar year, or sales commissions.
vacation days
parental leave for a minimum of 12 weeks
bereavement leave
caregiver leave
volunteer leave
well-being reimbursement
programs for financial, physical and mental health.
service anniversary and recognition awards
subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees - and in some location’s eligible dependents - can participate in several insurance plans.

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Hard Skills & Tools

Dosage Form ExpertiseLiquid & Solids Manufacturing TechnologyGMP KnowledgeStatistical AnalysisProcess Excellence Tools

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsTeamwork & Networking AbilitiesLeadership Under General DirectionPrioritization & Time Management