Research Associate 1, Analytical Services
BioMarin Pharmaceutical Inc.
August 31, 2026
On-site
Novato, CA
$72,000 - $99,000 USD yearly
Operations
Research Associate, Analytical Services (Onsite laboratory)
Responsibilities
- Lead and/or perform analytical testing: HPLC/UPLC, electrophoresis, UV spectrophotometry, plate-based assays (ELISAs), cell-based bioassays, nucleic acid analysis, and compendial physicochemical assays.
- Draft/review analytical procedures; method validation protocols/reports; experimental designs; verification and transfer protocols/reports.
- Manage and perform validation/transfer of QC methods for in-process, release, and stability testing (internal labs, contract/in-country labs, strategic partners).
- Lead/support escalated laboratory investigations; document root cause and corrective/preventive actions.
- Optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods for QC and Drug Substance/Drug Product Technology stakeholders.
- Maintain method and analytical equipment performance; trend/analyze/interprete results.
- Perform data review and sign-off in applicable document/data systems.
- Support project management: timelines, stakeholder mobilization, prioritization, and escalation process.
- Maintain inspection-ready laboratory state; support regulatory inspections/audits.
- Provide cross-functional laboratory support to Manufacturing/Quality/QC; liaise to support GxP testing.
- Serve as SME to train Analysts; support continuous improvement of lab operations.
Required Skills
- Experience with analytical methods (HPLC/UPLC, electrophoresis, UV, ELISAs/cell-based bioassays, nucleic acid analysis, compendial assays) and understanding of GMP/GLP.
- Ability to analyze/interpret data; strong written/oral communication.
- Strong organization, multitasking/prioritization; flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills
- Method development/qualification/transfer experience.
- Biopharmaceutical development knowledge.
- Cross-functional experience.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry or related field with 2–4 years in biologics/pharmaceutical environment; Master’s desirable.
Additional Role Notes
- Fully onsite; routine exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals; training provided; occasional non-routine work-hour support may be required.
Responsibilities
- Lead and/or perform analytical testing: HPLC/UPLC, electrophoresis, UV spectrophotometry, plate-based assays (ELISAs), cell-based bioassays, nucleic acid analysis, and compendial physicochemical assays.
- Draft/review analytical procedures; method validation protocols/reports; experimental designs; verification and transfer protocols/reports.
- Manage and perform validation/transfer of QC methods for in-process, release, and stability testing (internal labs, contract/in-country labs, strategic partners).
- Lead/support escalated laboratory investigations; document root cause and corrective/preventive actions.
- Optimize, validate, and troubleshoot analytical methods for QC and Drug Substance/Drug Product Technology stakeholders.
- Maintain method and analytical equipment performance; trend/analyze/interprete results.
- Perform data review and sign-off in applicable document/data systems.
- Support project management: timelines, stakeholder mobilization, prioritization, and escalation process.
- Maintain inspection-ready laboratory state; support regulatory inspections/audits.
- Provide cross-functional laboratory support to Manufacturing/Quality/QC; liaise to support GxP testing.
- Serve as SME to train Analysts; support continuous improvement of lab operations.
Required Skills
- Experience with analytical methods (HPLC/UPLC, electrophoresis, UV, ELISAs/cell-based bioassays, nucleic acid analysis, compendial assays) and understanding of GMP/GLP.
- Ability to analyze/interpret data; strong written/oral communication.
- Strong organization, multitasking/prioritization; flexibility in a fast-paced environment.
Desired Skills
- Method development/qualification/transfer experience.
- Biopharmaceutical development knowledge.
- Cross-functional experience.
Education
- Bachelor’s in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Analytical Chemistry or related field with 2–4 years in biologics/pharmaceutical environment; Master’s desirable.
Additional Role Notes
- Fully onsite; routine exposure to potentially hazardous chemicals; training provided; occasional non-routine work-hour support may be required.