Process Development Research Associate I/II - Downstream

KBI Biopharma • Durham, NC

1d • $55,000 - $86,900

About The Position

Position Summary Responsible for supporting process development activities for downstream production processes, instruments and equipment. Position Responsibilities Support all downstream process development activities including execution of experiments, compilation and analysis of data and drafting of technical documents. Assist in the evaluation, development and implementation of new downstream technologies leading to process improvements and efficiency of operation. Assist with development of preliminary schedules along with material/personnel/equipment requirements to allow accurate and appropriate performance guarantees Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance General lab organization Minimum Requirements B.S. degree in biotechnology or related (or equivalent training) with 0-4 years experience or a M.S. degree with 0-2 years experience. Research Associate II requires a B.S. degree and 2+ years experience or a M.S. degree. Experience with downstream process development and chromatography equipment required. Excellent written and communication skills for customer service and ability to meet strict client deadlines. Flexibility of hours to support downstream processes. Knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations preferred. Salary: Process Development Associate I: $55,000-$75,900 Process Development Associate II: $63,000-$86,900 KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply. I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary. I attest with my signature below that I have given to KBI Biopharma, Inc. true and complete information on this application. No requested information has been concealed. I authorize KBI Biopharma, Inc. to contact references provided for employment reference checks. If any information I have provided is untrue, or if I have concealed material information, I understand that this will constitute cause for the denial of employment or immediate dismissal. At KBI, we are constantly seeking to improve our team with accomplished individuals who share in our commitment to serve our clients as they seek to advance important medicines to the patients who need them. We offer our employees a challenging, rewarding and fast-paced environment along with the opportunity for career advancement through the development of one’s technical skills. At KBI, employees work in a collaborative, team environment, where sharing knowledge and expertise with one another is strongly encouraged. If you do not see a position that matches your background, we invite you to return to our site often as positions are updated frequently. Please Note: To 3rd Party Search Firms/Employment Agencies: All inquiries must be directed to [email protected]. Please do not call or email any KBI Biopharma employee about current or future job openings. All resumes submitted by search firms or employment agencies to any employee at KBI Biopharma via-email, telephone, social media or other means will be deemed to be the sole property of KBI Biopharma, unless the firm submitting the resume has previously entered into a written agreement with KBI Biopharma regarding recruitment services and has been approved by Human Resources to work on an open position. KBI Biopharma will not pay any fee or remuneration with respect to candidates without complying with this requirement.

Requirements

• B.S. degree in biotechnology or related (or equivalent training) with 0-4 years experience or a M.S. degree with 0-2 years experience. Research Associate II requires a B.S. degree and 2+ years experience or a M.S. degree.
• Experience with downstream process development and chromatography equipment required.
• Excellent written and communication skills for customer service and ability to meet strict client deadlines.
• Flexibility of hours to support downstream processes.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support all downstream process development activities including execution of experiments, compilation and analysis of data and drafting of technical documents.
• Assist in the evaluation, development and implementation of new downstream technologies leading to process improvements and efficiency of operation.
• Assist with development of preliminary schedules along with material/personnel/equipment requirements to allow accurate and appropriate performance guarantees
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
• General lab organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees