Biochemical Development Engineer
ばいおけみかるかいはつぎじゅつしゃ
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Research and Technical Occupations
- Middle : Development Engineers
- Minor : Chemical Product Development Engineers
Summary
Technical role involving research, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for biologically derived compounds and enzymes.
Description
Biochemical development engineers design and optimize fermentation processes and enzyme reactions using microorganisms and enzymes, and manage scale-up from lab scale to pilot plant scale. Main duties include condition exploration using Design of Experiments (DOE) compliant with GMP/GLP, quality evaluation with analytical instruments such as HPLC and GC, process parameter optimization, and establishing manufacturing processes through data analysis and report creation. They collaborate with quality assurance and production departments to propose technologies that reduce costs and environmental impact.
Future Outlook
Demand is increasing with the expansion of regenerative medicine and biopharmaceutical markets. Knowledge of sustainable production technologies and green chemistry is required.
Personality Traits
Curious and inquisitive / Meticulous and methodical / Patient
Work Style
Contract Development Organization / Flextime / Laboratory Employment / Manufacturer / Pharmaceutical Company
Career Path
Researcher → Senior Development Engineer → Process Development Leader → Technical Manager → Department Head
Required Skills
Analytical Instrument Operation / Data Analysis / Design of Experiments / Process Parameter Optimization / Understanding of GMP/GLP
Recommended Skills
Bioinformatics Basics / Data Analysis / Project Management / Quality Management System (ISO9001) / Reading English Papers
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Analytical & Logical Thinking | Required for analyzing experimental data and process optimization. |
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | High accuracy required for experimental protocols and measurements. |
| Learning Agility & Knowledge Acquisition | Continuous acquisition of new technologies and methods is required. |
| Problem Solving | Required for investigating causes of process abnormalities and improvements. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Primarily lab work with minimal heavy labor. |
Related Qualifications
- Certified Bioengineer by the Society for Biotechnology, Japan
- Hazardous Materials Handler (Class B, Type 4)
Aliases
- Biochemical Development Engineer
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