Research Associate II, DSP
About The Position
Antheia is the advanced biosynthesis company transforming pharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation for the 21st century. Antheia’s commercially proven technology platform produces high-value pharmaceutical ingredients in a fraction of the time compared to legacy approaches while significantly reducing supply chain risk. The company provides its global pharmaceutical customers with a resilient, efficient supply of critical ingredients at scale, while expanding the innovation frontier for new therapeutic development. Backed by leading investors and recognized by the U.S. government as a priority technology for public health and national and economic security, Antheia is manufacturing the medicines the world needs today while enabling tomorrow’s breakthrough therapeutics. Our cross-functional team shares a vision for the future: improved pharmaceutical supply chains that can end drug shortages and drive equitable access to essential medicines. As a team, we aim to embody a culture that celebrates diversity, prioritizes knowledge sharing, encourages exploration and ideation, challenges constructively, and supports individuals in their professional and personal journeys. At Antheia, you can expect to be inspired by the science, by your teammates, and by the opportunity we have to bring about change in the pharmaceutical industry. The scope of the Research Associate DSP includes understanding fate of impurities, product stability and degradation mechanisms, identifying unit operations and key parameters to establish operating ranges and meet target COGs. This position will require managing unit operations and collecting data towards developing scalable processes to separate and purify bio-derived Starting Materials and APIs from bench to Pilot scale. Laboratory skills in sample preparation and analysis, Liquid-Solid separation, Liquid-Liquid separation are required. A successful incumbent will work cross-functionally with Biology, Analytics, Operations, Quality and Regulatory departments to support the team in developing sustainable processes that produce in specification products in the timelines established.
Requirements
- B.S. in Chemistry, or applicable area of study
- 2+ years industry experience
- Analytical and compound isolation laboratory experience
- Hands on experience with bench scale filtration, evaporation and crystallization
- Experience with Microsoft Excel
- Experience writing reports
- Legal authorization to work in the United States is required.
Nice To Haves
- Analytical Chemistry experience with HPLC/UPLC a plus.
Responsibilities
- Comply with safety protocols and ensure the safety of co-workers
- Comply with Regulatory and DEA requirements when required for handling, disposal and documentation
- Support project teams to deliver on project goals
- Perform studies following experimental protocols
- Run regular unit operations and data collection for analysis
- Preparation of samples for Analytical methods
- Maintain equipment
- Work cross functionally and provide documentation for transparency and reports
- Perform other duties as assigned
Benefits
- Comprehensive compensation package, which includes annual bonus potential and equity opportunities
- Paid time off, in addition to company-observed holidays
- Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan
- Free access to the Menlo Park Labs Gym
- Menlo Park Labs free shuttle service to CalTrain, BART Station, and SF
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
