Downstream Process Development Engineer

Eurofins USA PSS Insourcing Solutions • West Point, PA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine adjuvant & Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) products and process intermediates. Perform assays on vaccine adjuvant & LNP products, process intermediates, and related experimental samples using biochemical/analytical tests. Prepare solutions/reagents. Set-up process equipment for lab-scale experiments. Maintain records and experimental results following good manufacturing practices (GMP).

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with 8+ years of industry experience or Masters in Engineering with 6+ years of industry experience or PhD in Engineering with 2+ years of industry experience.
• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship

Nice To Haves

• Experience with adjuvant and LNP process unit operations including Extrusion, Tee-mixing, Multi-Inlet-Vortex-Mixing (MIVM), Homogenization/Microfluidization, Filtration, Tangential Flow Filtration (TFF)
• Scale up experience related to liposome and LNP formation unit ops including, but not limited to, Extrusion, Teemixing, Microfluidization/Homogenization
• Experience handling potent compound lipids (OEB4 & 5) and working in isolators and Ventilated Booth Enclosures (VBEs)
• Strong computer, scientific, and organizational skill
• Excellent communication (oral and written) and attention to detail
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and comply with company policies
• Proven ability to work independently in hands-on laboratory setting

Responsibilities

• Perform lab-scale downstream processing of vaccine adjuvant & Lipid Nanoparticle (LNP) products and process intermediates
• Perform assays on vaccine adjuvant & LNP products, process intermediates, and related experimental samples using biochemical/analytical tests
• Prepare solutions/reagents
• Set-up process equipment for lab-scale experiments
• Maintain records and experimental results following good manufacturing practices (GMP)

Benefits

• comprehensive medical coverage
• dental
• vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation
• holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior