Description

The Senior Research Associate - Purification will play a vital role in supporting the Biologics Development Operations team. This temporary position is needed through the end of the year to cover various leaves of absence. The ideal candidate will possess scientific expertise in process development, particularly in recombinant proteins, with a focus on downstream process development and scale-up.

Company Culture and Environment

This position is situated within a highly collaborative environment where effective communication and teamwork are essential. The organization values proactive problem-solving and encourages individuals to engage with various teams to achieve common goals.

Career Growth and Development Opportunities

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to recommend alternative methods, research new technologies, and contribute to significant projects within the organization. Such opportunities may enhance professional growth and the ability to learn from senior personnel within a multidisciplinary environment.

Detailed Benefits and Perks

While specific benefits are not detailed, the organization supports work-life balance with flexible working hours during Mon-Fri business hours. This indicates a potential for a supportive work environment that values employee well-being.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive hourly rate based on experience
• Onsite work environment
• Flexible start time within core working hours

Why you should apply for this position today

This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in scientific investigation and contribute to meaningful projects that impact the field of biologics. Joining this team means becoming part of a dynamic environment where your ideas and solutions can lead to advancements in purification processes.

Skills

• Strong understanding of downstream process development and scale-up techniques
• Hands-on experience with centrifugation, normal flow filtration, chromatography, tangential flow filtration, and virus inactivation/removal
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively within teams
• Strong problem-solving abilities and attention to detail

Responsibilities

• Execute purification process development and scale-up activities
• Collaborate with Technical Operations for technology transfer to clinical and commercial GMP manufacturing
• Participate in the preparation of regulatory filings and validation reports
• Design and execute experiments with increasing independence
• Monitor external literature and scientific conferences for advancements

Qualifications

• BS in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related field with 2+ years of experience, or an MS with no experience required
• Proven experience in purification process development
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams

Education Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical/Biochemical Engineering, Biochemistry, or a related scientific discipline

Education Requirements Credential Category

• Degree in relevant scientific field

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of relevant experience in purification process development for BS candidates; experience not required for MS candidates

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