Associate Scientist- Process Dev. Downstream and Formulation

Role Summary

Associate Scientist – Process Development Downstream and Formulation. This role supports all CMC activities related to late-stage development and commercialization of adenovector products. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic team, apply meticulous attention to detail, and proactively implement process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on work in the process development labs to execute experiments with downstream vector purification systems such as ultracentrifuges, chromatography systems, and tangential flow filtration (TFF).
• Assist in formulation development activities including excipient screening, stability studies and commercial in-use conditions of adenovector products.
• Hands-on experience in analytical assays like HPLC, DLS, ELISA, SDS-PAGE.
• Document study results in notebooks, forms, and technical reports.
• Communicate and present scientific findings in process development groups.

Qualifications

• Minimum three (3)+ years of hands-on laboratory experience in Downstream purification or Drug product development
• Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new applications.
• Experience in Summarizing and presenting data and authoring technical reports.

Education

• BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or another relevant engineering / scientific qualification. Level will be determined based on education and experience.

Skills

• Critical thinking and strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• Self-organizer, meticulous hands-on habits, keen attention to detail.
• Perform other responsibilities to support the needs of the department, as assigned.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment.
• Ability to understand and execute the company’s mission and values.
• Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness.
• Exhibits an open mindset when approaching challenges and conflict.
• Ability to think and adapt to a rapidly changing environment and demands.

Additional Requirements

• Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 40 pounds of equipment or supplies.
• May need to work with hazardous materials.
• Able to stand up to 4 hours at a time.