Robert Musimbago
Production Scientist
Manchester
Summary
Enthusiastic, highly motivated and forward thinking production scientist. Eager to spearhead team success through continuous improvement, quality management and lean manufacturing strategies. Has a clear understanding of pharmaceutical formulations, GMP, processes control and quality management systems. Motivated to improve quality by adhering to standard operating procedures and applying quality assurance methodologies. Looking forward to an opportunity in a challenging and inspiring setting to collaborate with like minds to execute scientific projects in specified timelines.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
5
5
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Aseptic Process Operator
Astrazeneca
Macclesfield
03.2023 - Current
- Mixed various excipient in proportions for product formulation according to batch record.
- Ensured that all process steps and controls are within limits to preserve product quality.
- Reviewed batch processing records for compliance to GMP standards and data integrity.
- Spearheaded practical problem solving sessions and interventions where needed.
- Analysed control charts for sub-batches post production and highlighted any deviations.
- Ensured adherence to health, safety and environment requirements at work place.
- Conducted quality audits review meetings.
- Collaborated with other departments to optimize production workflows.
- Prepared reports and technical documentation of day-to-day production processes.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
Production Scientist
Diamond Pilot Plant, The University of Sheffield
Sheffield
09.2021 - 09.2022
- Strategised for upstream process design and optimisation including engineering of cell function and bioreactor operation.
- Experimented various methods for host cell engineering for therapeutic recombinant protein production .
- Sampled tablets and tested for thickness, hardness and mass and compared to pharmacopeial standards and made necessary adjustments to operating conditions.
- Monitored online and recorded critical process parameters during fermentation in stirred tank bioreactors.
- Designed novel high yielding and cost effective biomanufacturing process, including choice of CHO cells, bioreactor optimisation and downstream process purification steps and presented outcomes.
- Produced reports on the effect of various operating conditions of temperature and PH on yield and product quality to help in bioreactor optimisation .
- Demonstrated to colleagues the operation of tablet press and the specification of various operating parameters.
- Mentored undergraduate students on the operation and use of the human machine interface while running a batch.
- Astuteness of the various manufacturing processes, fed batch, batch and continuous manufacturing.
- Remained up-to-date with new advances in biotechnology to develop new techniques, products or practices.
Pharmacy Dispenser
Elliott Street Pharmacy
Manchester
08.2018 - 08.2021
- Increased customer satisfaction by resolving issues
- Dispensed over 2000 prescription medication items and other medical products to patients daily under pharmacist supervision
- Actively listened to customers, handled concerns quickly and escalated major issues to supervising Pharmacist.
- Applied quick learning ability to new Golden tote software for dispensing in 2 days and then trained other staff afterwards.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve target result of 15,000 prescriptions per month.
- Monitored company inventory to keep stock levels and databases updated weekly.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease
- Carried out day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Research Associate Pharmacist
Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Uganda
Kampala
11.2015 - 03.2018
- Designed and reviewed 10 Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) according to research protocol.
- Upheld principles of patient autonomy and confidentiality.
Identified issues, analyzed information, and provided solutions to problems. - Validated incoming data to check information accuracy and integrity while independently locating and correcting concerns.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Inspected drug storage sites, monitored drug supply expiration dates and verified proper supply levels to meet weekly demand of 1000 patients.
- Reviewed prescriptions for detection and correction of prescription errors prior to dispensing.
- Proposed innovative methods for capturing and analyzing customer data.
- Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions,
engaging in problem-solving activities to support teamwork. - Dispensed ARVs to patients and study medicines to study participants.
- Synthesized data and wrote detailed reports to present research findings to stakeholders.
- Utilized statistical packages to analyze data and create visualizations.
- Used coordination and planning skills to achieve results according to schedule.
- Produced actionable information that improved patient pharmacy waiting time.
Education
Master of Science - Pharmaceutical Engineering
09.2021 - 08.2022
Bachelor of Pharmacy - Pharmacy
08.2008 - 01.2013
Skills
Analytical methodologies
Aseptic Processing
Technical report writing
Strong analytical and numerical abilityMathematical modelling of processes using gPROMS
Understanding of GMP and related documentationUse of Control Charts
Process Safety in industries
Attention to DetailExcellent CommunicationCreative problem solving
Certification
Aseptic License
Timeline
Aseptic License
05-2023
Aseptic Process Operator - Astrazeneca
03.2023 - Current
The University of Sheffield - Master of Science, Pharmaceutical Engineering
09.2021 - 08.2022
Production Scientist - Diamond Pilot Plant, The University of Sheffield
09.2021 - 09.2022
Pharmacy Dispenser - Elliott Street Pharmacy
08.2018 - 08.2021
Research Associate Pharmacist - Baylor College of Medicine Children's Foundation Uganda
11.2015 - 03.2018
Makerere University - Bachelor of Pharmacy, Pharmacy
08.2008 - 01.2013