Biosubstances are substances obtained from a bioprocess. This may be the acquisition of therapeutic proteins such as insulin or human growth factor (proteins synthesized in the laboratory using genetic engineering and produced in bacteria or in vegetal or animal cell cultures). The expert in biomanufacture is responsible for the process for manufacturing a biosubstance. They supervise all operations of the process and control the different stages for manufacturing products. In addition,. they control the operation of the equipment, as well as the quality level and compliance with manufacturing standards. The expert in biomanufacture works under sterile conditions regulated by the guidelines for Good Laboratory and Manufacture Practice (GLP and GMP). Work is usually in certified laboratories for the manufacture of pharmaceuticals and related products.

• Manage a biotechnological production line, for example, an antibiotic, a vaccine, etc.
• Prepare and test raw materials (bacteria, cell cultures, recombinant DNA, etc.).
• Draft Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) under the supervision of the production manager and in accordance with the criteria of the quality assurance department.
• Ensure that all materials and reagents are available.
• Collaborate closely with the technical analysis and quality departments to ensure the quality of the biofabricated product.
• Ensure the facilities and auxiliary services are prepared for the bioprocess.
• Work under the supervision of the production manager.
• Comply with environmental, sterility and safety standards and apply criteria for good manufacturing practice.
  

Regulated training and graduates

• Professionalism Certificate: Chemical plant management and control (Level 3)
• Professional Training Course(s) in the field of Chemical Professional Families - Advanced Level: Chemical industry

Complementary training

Other specific skills

Knowledge of English: intermediate level.
Computer literacy (word processors, databases, etc.): user level.

Analytical thought: Level 2

Concern for order and quality: Level 2

Planning and organisation: Level 1

Scientific research

Individuals who have an affinity for the field of scientific research focus their interest on activities that study different types of organisms and substances in order to obtain valuable products for human beings. A key part of performing this task is the planning and verification of scientific hypotheses through the use of different research designs and techniques. The objective of these searches is the development of new medicines and medical techniques, technological innovation based on the manipulation of cells, molecules and biological agents, as well as the study of cultures in order to improve the characteristics and properties of plants and food.

Mechanical handling

People related to the field of mechanical handling are interested in the assembly, maintenance, repair and use of machines, tools and installations. Some good examples of professional activities in the field of mechanical handling are adjusting and configuring machines, reviewing technical equipment to detect incidents in their operation, handling machinery in production processes and driving specialised vehicles.

Specialist in catalysis and catalytic processes

Quality Control Technician

Stem cell technician

Pharmaceutical Production Technician

Thermal Solar Power Installer

• Work hours

  The working day can be part- or full-time.

• Salary

  The gross salary ranges, on average, between 12,000 and 20,000 euros a year.

• Professional category

  Specialist staff