Associate Scientist, Analytical Development and Support

Role Summary

The Associate Scientist, Analytical Development and Support, is based in Redmond, WA. You will contribute to analytical development and support for biotherapeutics, solving complex problems and driving innovative solutions. You’ll develop and optimize H/UPLC and capillary-based separations, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and translate curiosity into measurable, impactful results. This role emphasizes creative thinking, data-powered decision making, and continuous learning.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute H/UPLC and capillary based separations methods for support of process development, cell line development, and release testing of biotherapeutics.
• Utilize chromatography data systems and informatics platforms to analyze and distribute analytical results.
• Work with team members on technology development to improve efficiency, speed, and capacity of analytical testing and analytical methods.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to explore new possibilities and solutions.
• Bring fresh perspectives to the analytical team that challenge the status quo.
• Regularly share your findings, ideas, and solutions in both team settings and presentations.
• Keep up with the latest trends and developments in characterization and analysis of large molecules with H/UPLC and capillary based analytical methods and use your knowledge to inspire and lead.
• Ensure that curiosity-driven questions and exploration lead to measurable, impactful results.

Qualifications

• BS in Biochemistry, Biology, Bioengineering or related field with minimal relevant experience.
• A curious problem-solver with a passion for learning and growing in a dynamic environment.
• Experience in chromatography and/or analytical chemistry
• Excellent experimental design, method development, and analysis skills
• Experience with Microsoft Office apps (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Experience with HPLC and/or UPLC chromatography systems
• Experience with a chromatography data system
• Preferred: Familiarity with capillary electrophoresis and experience with troubleshooting complex instrumentation
• Desire to work in a fast, collaborative, team-oriented environment.
• A natural collaborator who loves sharing ideas and learning from others.
• Comfortable with ambiguity and thrives in environments where curiosity and experimentation are encouraged.
• Excellent communicator, both verbally and in writing, able to share complex ideas in a simple, relatable way.