Bioprocess Applications Scientist
About The Position
The Bioprocess Applications Scientist is responsible for providing training, troubleshooting, and technical support to Cytiva customers and associates around the use of Cytiva’s industry-leading chromatography resins, columns, and systems at pilot and production scale. This is accomplished through meetings, classroom lectures, and laboratory activities. This position reports to the North America Resin Modality Leader and is part of the North American Resin Modality team located in Marlborough, MA and will be an on-site role. You will be responsible for the day-to-day operations of Cytiva’s large-scale chromatography applications laboratory in Marlborough, Massachusetts. You will be part of the North American Resin Modality team providing technical support, training, and troubleshooting for chromatography technologies used by Cytiva’s customers in the large-scale purification of therapeutic biologics. You will also interact with and support sales, marketing, field service, Fast Trak training, Bioprocess R&D, and other parts of the organization to help position Cytiva chromatography technologies during pre- and post-sales activities that translate technical applications consultation into defending and expanding market share.
Requirements
- 5+ years of experience in large-scale cGMP purification of biologics – monoclonal antibodies, recombinant proteins, nucleic acids, and viral vectors.
- A degree in a life sciences discipline that includes coursework in biochemistry, molecular biology, and analytical methods.
- Strong background in basic chromatography theory and practice including column packing techniques, resin and membrane technologies, process development, scale-up, and automated systems.
- Hands-on practical experience with large-scale chromatography equipment.
- Demonstrated ability to contribute and communicate in a multi-disciplinary team environment across geographies, departments, and disciplines.
- Valid driver’s license with an acceptable driving record.
- Ability to safely lift 50 lbs. and move wheeled equipment up to 3000 lbs. with assistance.
- Familiarity with laboratory chemical and safety compliance practices and personal protective equipment.
Nice To Haves
- Experience with Cytiva’s chromatography product portfolio.
- Expertise with Cytiva’s ÄKTA process™ systems, chromatography columns (BPG, Chromaflow™, Axichrom™) and UNICORN™ software.
- Previous experience in customer service, sales, or product support and technical support.
Responsibilities
- Providing training, troubleshooting, and technical support to Cytiva customers and associates on chromatography resins, columns, and systems.
- Conducting meetings, classroom lectures, and laboratory activities for training and support.
- Managing the day-to-day operations of Cytiva’s large-scale chromatography applications laboratory.
- Providing technical support, training, and troubleshooting for chromatography technologies used in the large-scale purification of therapeutic biologics.
- Interacting with and supporting sales, marketing, field service, Fast Trak training, Bioprocess R&D, and other organizational parts.
- Positioning Cytiva chromatography technologies during pre- and post-sales activities.
- Developing and delivering basic and advanced training to technical and non-technical audiences.
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Medical/dental/vision insurance
- 401(k)
- Bonus/incentive pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
