At Pacira Pharmaceuticals, controlling postsurgical pain is the key to improving patient outcomes. Our in-depth knowledge of the needs of the postsurgical pain market, coupled with our passion for delivering improved patient care, drives our commitment to providing solutions that address unmet medical needs and improve clinical results. We currently have an opportunity for an Engineering Technical Writer I in our San Diego, CA location.
The purpose of this position is to actively participate in the development and support of pharmaceutical processes, scale-up, aseptic process validations, equipment design, manufacturing facility technology transfers, and commercial launch of sterile production manufacturing facilities.
Responsibilities:* Trouble-shoot problems that arise during all stages of development, including commercial manufacture, of sterile injectable drugs.
* Hands on work to set-up and run experiments on lab and commercial scale manufacturing equipment.
* Work cross functionally with R&D, Operations and Quality to provide scientific support for new and existing products.
* Participate in the process development of EXPAREL (FDA Approved Bupivacaine Liposome Injectable Suspension), DepoCyt(e) and new products.
* Participate in commissioning for new equipment, and participate in Validation of new processes as needed.
* Participate in pre-commercial manufacturing facility activities (mechanical commissioning, operational commissioning, software testing, aseptic process simulations, SIP qualification, etc.)
Qualifications:* BS in Chemical Engineering or Equivalent
* Preferably 2-5 years of pharmaceutical and/or R&D experience
* Ability to participate in the design, and design review of new manufacturing equipment.
* Ability to manage multiple responsibilities with a high degree of self-motivation.
* Experience with aseptic processing, SIP, and CIP is preferred.
* Knowledge of cGMPs and experimental design preferred.
* Hands on lab, pilot plant, or commercial production experience.
* Knowledge of process equipment and chemistry is required.
* Ability to work both independently and in cross functional teams.
* Demonstrated computer efficiency (e.g., word processing, spreadsheets).
* Ability to read P&IDs.
* Strong observation skills and problem solving ability.
* Effective oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
We encourage candidates who meet these requirements to submit a cover letter and resume/CV. Pacira Pharmaceuticals offers an excellent compensation and benefits packages that include Medical/Dental/Vision plans, life insurance, 401K, short and long term disability and paid time off.
Pacira Pharmaceuticals, Inc. is committed to leveraging the talent of a diverse workforce to create great opportunities for our business and our people. EEO Employer: AA/Disabled/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity.
