Jean-François Gousenbourger

Experience

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  Peptisyntha SA

  Sept 2012 - Jan 2013

  Intern

  Optimisation of the last steps of a peptide synthesis.HPLC analysis, organic synthesis, design of experiment.Karel Decroos (R&D lab manager) and Etienne Moniotte.Peptisyntha became Corden Pharma.

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  Université catholique de Louvain

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2013

  Intern

  Synthesis and characterisation of mixed oxide catalysts using non-hydrolytic sol-gel.Supervised by Damien Debecker (UCL).Advisors: Michel Devillers (UCL).

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  Université libre de Bruxelles

  Sept 2013 - Jun 2016

  Intern

  Study and optimisation of an absorption spray column for food aroma recovery.Advisors: Frédéric Debaste (ULB) and Sophie Liégeois.Modelling an absorption spray column.New competence : Wolfram Mathematica.Creating data with design of experiment in order to study and optimise the collumn.

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  LABiris - Research Institute

  Jun 2017 - Dec 2018

  Researcher

  Research in organic chemistry and chemical engineering about microfluidics.Studying, developping and improving an existing method.Teaching support for Industrial Engineer students (paint and coating practical lab work, supervision of a micro-project in organic chemistry with 1st Master).Internship supervision.

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  Paon-Lin

  Jan 2019 - Dec 2021

  Paint manufacturer for fine arts, scenery and interior/exterior decoration.In charge of paint and color formulation lab; administrative and technical follow-up of production projects.I also teach laboratory work to a new employee and, in the production manager's absence, I supervise and organize the production work.My main objective is to create a new paint, in compliance with (European) environmental rules, while maintaining or improving the characteristics of our old formula that suits our clients (covering, flat, viscosity, ease of application).For this, I have to:- study the old formula,- contact suppliers and select the best products,- set up an experimental plan,- carry out the physical tests and interpret the results.The secondary objective is to simplify the production process with easier formulas.Working in a small company gives me the opportunity to carry out various tasks, among others :- Being responsible for the purchase of raw materials for production,- Participating in team meetings where company guidelines are discussed,- Selecting and buying a new tinting machine,- Selecting, puchasing and starting up a filling machine for production (choice of the ideal system and additional equipment (pump, piping),- ... Show less

  • Production and R&D manager

    Mar 2021 - Dec 2021

  • Research And Development Engineer

    Jan 2019 - Mar 2021
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  Corden Pharma - A Full-Service CDMO

  Jan 2022 - May 2024

  Chemical Project Leader

  Lead process tech transfer comprising LPPS or SPPS up- and downstream processing in collaboration with other sites. Conduct the associated laboratory work and follow technician workload. Provide process training to production and QC operators to ensure a good process transfer.Ensure the redaction and issuance on time of technical project-related GMP documentation : specs, batch master file…), providing BOM to supply chain, reports (experimental risk assessment, campaign report…).Ensure respect of timelines and fulfilment of project objectives in collaboration with the Project Manager.Coordinate project-related troubleshooting.Communicate the results and the project follow-up to the customer. Understand the customer’s requests and adapt the project to fit the needs.Perform evaluation of new projects including feasibility and cost evaluation, including development, production time and suite, and raw materials to be purchased in collaboration with all the internal involved departments and with project management and business department.Skills: Collaboration, teamwork, customer orientation, versatility. Good Manufacturing Practice GMP, Quality System (OOS, Deviation, Change Control), Peptide synthesis (LPPS and SPPS). Tech transfer, Process development, production follow-up, project management/follow-up, Development lab work. Show less