Manufacturing Science and Technology Process Scientist Degree Apprentice – CSL Seqirus

CSL Seqirus are looking to recruit an apprentice process scientist working the Manufacturing Science and Technology (MS&T) Department. As part of your role, you will support routine laboratory activities for viral reassorting, genetic sequencing, virus seed manufacture, pilot scale manufacturing runs as well as project-based work. The successful applicant will be rotated through different areas of the MS&T department and will be exposed to a variety of other functions across the business.

Job Responsibilities

The responsibilities of an apprentice process scientist include:

• Supports the day-to-day running of the Pilot Plant and MS&T labs
• Supports the day-to-day running of the seed manufacturing area
• Maintains facility documentation in compliance with site standards Supports simple change controls for process modifications or process improvements
• Supports colleagues in the drafting and execution of technical protocols
• Participation in quality risk assessments
• HSE risk assessment completion, review and adherence
• Archiving of laboratory documentation
• Ordering of reagents and consumables
• Maintenance of sample and reagent stores

The vacancy also includes rotation around different functions of the business to gain experience in multiple areas of the vaccine manufacturing process.

The programme is primarily taught through tutor-supported online study, part-time over four years.
Apprentices will attend a two-day induction at the university to help them get to know each other and balance undergraduate study with working full-time. They will also attend a week-long residential at our campus in central Manchester once a year, in addition to a two-day mini-residential in the first year.

This apprenticeship forms part of CSL Seqirus talent plan. Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship you will be eligible to apply for any open opportunities available.