MSAT Assistant Scientist

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MSAT ASSISTANT SCIENTIST

Temporary Contract – 12 Months

For the Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine manufacturing site in Latina (Italy), we are looking for an MSAT Assistant Scientist to join the Manufacturing Science & Technology (MSAT) Department.

The successful candidate will operate in a highly cross-functional environment, supporting projects related to new product introductions, manufacturing process improvements, compliance and inspection readiness activities, sustainability initiatives, operational excellence programs, and the implementation of innovative technologies.

While cleaning validation represents a key area of responsibility, the role extends well beyond validation execution and requires a project management mindset, strong communication skills, and the ability to drive collaboration across multiple functions.

The role is primarily focused on project coordination, stakeholder management, process improvement, and business manufacturing/packaging initiatives.

Success in this role requires the ability to manage projects, influence stakeholders, solve complex problems, and effectively communicate with teams across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and external partners.

Main Responsibilities

• Coordinate and drive cleaning validation projects supporting New Product Introductions (NPI), Life Cycle Management (LCM), and Base Business activities.

• Plan, monitor, and drive project execution by coordinating activities across Manufacturing, Quality, Engineering, Supply Chain, and external partners.

• Manage change controls and support impact assessments related to new products, process improvements, and manufacturing changes.

• Review technical documentation, including validation protocols, reports, risk assessments, and project records.

• Facilitate project meetings, support decision-making processes, and ensure effective communication among stakeholders.

• Support investigations, root cause analysis, and risk assessments related to manufacturing and validation activities.

• Drive innovation and continuous improvement initiatives through the evaluation and implementation of new cleaning technologies, digital solutions, process optimization opportunities, and operational excellence projects.

• Contribute to sustainability, Environmental Health & Safety (EHS), and Continuous Improvement Programs (CIP) aimed at improving manufacturing performance, reducing environmental impact, and enhancing site efficiency.

• Build strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners, supporting technical discussions and project execution from concept to implementation.

• Support regulatory inspections, customer audits, and compliance-related activities, contributing to the maintenance of high quality and GMP standards.

• Identify and promote innovative solutions that improve compliance, quality, efficiency, sustainability, and overall business performance.