Associate Scientist, RNA Pilot Manufacturing
About The Position
The RNA Process development team is seeking an Associate Scientist to support an integrated RNA Pilot Manufacturing operation. This role will be a part of a team responsible for delivering high-quality material with agility and speed across early and late-stage development. The Associate scientist will be accountable for operating in a phase-appropriate manufacturing model that enables rapid execution while maintaining quality, compliance, safety, and technical rigor. This role requires experience in a manufacturing environment, and the ability to perform in a fast-paced, science-driven setting. The Associate Scientist will partner closely with CMC functions including Analytical Development and Process Development to ensure seamless material delivery, technical readiness, and operational excellence.
Requirements
- Degree in Bio/Chemical Engineering, Bio/Chemistry, or related field
- BS with 2-4+ years’ experience in science related disciplines
- MS with 1-2+ years’ experience in science related disciplines
- Experience in process unit operations relevant to RNA manufacturing including bioreactors, chromatography, and filtration.
- Knowledge and understanding of technology transfer from PD to the pilot facility and from the pilot facility to GMP manufacturing.
- Strong track record of utilizing standardized operations, KPI management, and production documentation systems.
- Experience with compiling and interpreting RNA analytics and biophysical characterization techniques for RNA such as HPLC, CE, ELISAs, and cell-based assays.
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a team in a highly dynamic, fast-paced, matrixed environment with rapidly evolving priorities.
- Demonstrated continuous improvement mindset, driving efficiencies, process improvements across diverse initiatives.
Nice To Haves
- Prior management and mentorship experience; passion for people management and development
Responsibilities
- Support and execute RNA manufacturing operations supporting nonGMP manufacturing activities.
- Work in an agile development manufacturing model in the RNA space capable of rapidly delivering material for various program needs.
- Ensure manufacturing operations are executed in a phase-appropriate manner, balancing speed, compliance, scientific rigor, and operational discipline.
- Partner with analytical testing laboratories to ensure sample submission, investigation support, and timely release of material.
- Enable technical problem-solving during manufacturing campaigns, including real-time escalation, root-cause analysis, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
- Maintain systems for tracking process performance using ELN workflows and multivariate data analysis tools
- Ensure learnings from manufacturing activities are captured, communicated, and incorporated into future strategies.
Benefits
- wellbeing support
- retirement and financial protection benefits
- insurance offerings (medical, dental, vision, life and disability)
- Flexible Time Off (FTO)
- 11 paid company holidays
- 160 hours of paid vacation annually for new hires
- 3 optional holidays
- paid sick leave
- up to two paid volunteer days per year
- summer hours flexibility
- leaves of absence for medical, personal, parental, caregiver, bereavement, or military needs
- annual Global Shutdown between Christmas Day and New Year's Day
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
