Biomanufacturing Trainer

Biomanufacturing Trainer**

**Introduction**

We are currently hiring a Biomanufacturing Trainer for IPD Regional Training Hub in Dakar. The Biomanufacturing Trainer will be part of the training team. Reporting to the Biomanufacturing Training Lead, they will take an important role in the set-up and operations of the IPD Regional Training Hub and supporting IPD’s overall strategy. As an expert in the field of biopharmaceutical manufacturing, the Biomanufacturing Trainer will work with the Biomanufacturing Training Lead, the Head of the Biomanufacturing Training Hub and other IPD team members to deliver world-class in-person, virtual and practical hands-on training to a variety of learners.

**Responsibilities**
- Collaborate with the Biomanufacturing Training Lead, the Head of the Biomanufacturing Training Hub and the technical training team as well as industry and academic partners to develop curriculum and programming that meets the needs of the biopharma manufacturing industry.
- Represent IPD and manage relationships when working with various vendors, partners, and other stakeholders.
- Deliver training material, including lectures and practical content in biopharmaceutical processing operations (in-person and online).
- Deliver customized training materials for clients onsite, online, or offsite.
- Work with the IPD team and partners to ensure the curriculum is responsive to the needs of industry.
- Engage in self-directed learning/professional development to ensure current knowledge of bioprocessing and awareness of industry trends and advances.
- Implement and maintain documentation for the Regional Training Hub facility and business activities (SOPs, production batch records, project proposals and technical reports).
- Supporting the Regional Training Hub in the delivery of new and expanded methods of training (e.g., eLearning, blended learning etc.)
- Host tours of the training facility and attend business development meetings with prospective clients.
- Evaluate training programs to ensure they are responsive to the needs of client and make changes and redesign where necessary.
- Plan, organize, and lead training programs, ensuring proper execution and outcomes of learning objectives.
- Lead discussions with other stakeholders in biopharma training facility design and equipment needs/purchase
- Work with business development representative to identify viable clients and support development of client base of the training facility.

**Requirements**:

- A bachelor's or master's degree in a relevant field, such as biopharmaceutical science, biotechnology, or a related discipline.
- A minimum of 5-7 years of hands-on experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
- Bilingual, french/english
- Desired experience in training and curriculum development, preferably in a biomanufacturing context.
- Preferred ability to collaborate with industry and academic partners to develop comprehensive training curriculum.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively manage relationships with vendors, partners, and stakeholders.
- Preferred proficiency in delivering training materials, both in-person and online, related to biopharmaceutical processing operations.
- Preferred proficiency in evaluating training programs to ensure they meet client needs and the flexibility to redesign programs as required.
- Preferred project management skills to plan, organize, and lead training programs effectively.
- Availability for travel : 3%

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