Field Applications Specialist I

Asahi Kasei

1d•$62,000 - $67,000•Remote

About The Position

Asahi Kasei Bioprocess (AKB) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova™ virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis. We are a growing team (150+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future. As an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy: Strong company culture Competitive Compensation with Bonuses Great health benefits with the company paying over 80% of insurance premiums Wellness Program Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Strong company match to 401(k) contributions Tuition reimbursement program Giving Program Paid Parental Leave Position Summary: We are currently looking for a Field Applications Specialist I (FAS) to join our team at AKBA! The individual in this role will support the Purification Business Unit by conducting small-scale virus clearance studies (VCS) at BSL-2 facilities (at both contract research organizations and customer sites). Under the supervision or mentorship of a senior team member, the FAS helps optimize VCS design and execution and supports internal projects or customer-driven troubleshooting efforts as issues arise, in the Glenview laboratory. The FAS also manages all field equipment used for small-scale filtration and virus clearance studies, ensuring all assets are operational, calibrated, and ready for use.

Requirements

BS in Life Sciences
0 - 2 years lab experience
Experience operating with sterile technique
Strong verbal and communications skills required

Nice To Haves

Experience with nano-filtration or other protein purification is a plus

Responsibilities

Virus clearance study support: Support simple virus clearance studies for filling at BSL-2 facilities
Prepare study reports from validation studies for customers
Field Equipment Management: Maintain small scale virus filtration kits
Ensure proper calibration and verification of equipment
Internal laboratory project: Support internal laboratory projects at the Glenview facility (with supervision)
Generate technical reports from internal studies (under the guidance of a senior FA member)
Timely communication and regular exchange of information and resources
Documentation of internal and external requests for information
Prediction of future or similar requests
Proactive approach to address future requests Father in-depth customer processing knowledge and organize findings
Presentation of current projects or project updates at department meeting
Maintain on-going understanding of the biotechnology industry including trends within recombinant protein and plasma fractionation by supporting customer visits, review of trade journals and attendance at industry conferences.