Biology Expert

the Client•Carlsbad, CA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This role is a Scientist / Senior Specialist – Downstream Process Development position supporting development or technology transfer of client projects in a biopharmaceutical setting. The candidate will work independently and within cross-functional teams to execute downstream experiments, generate documentation, and contribute to process scale-up efforts. The client is seeking candidates with direct, relevant experience in therapeutic development, with resumes reflecting a Process Development background considered a strong fit.

Requirements

Possesses working knowledge of downstream bioprocessing (normal flow filtration, tangential flow filtration, purification)
Hands-on experience with bench- and pilot-scale purification equipment
Demonstrates excellent technical writing skills, strong verbal communication, and interpersonal skills including the ability to explain processes used to achieve results of assigned tasks
Must be able to work independently and effectively in cross-functional teams
Must be highly self-motivated, organized, enjoy scientific investigation and thinking
Knowledge of current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMPs), technology transfer, and process scale-up
Familiar with analytical assays to support downstream development effort
Computer skills including at least intermediate level experience with Microsoft Office software
Chromatography experience
Early/late stage process development experience
BS – 4+ years of industry experience

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering or Biochemistry preferred

Responsibilities

Independently execute downstream experiments in support of development or tech transfer of client projects
Support drafting standard laboratory procedures, study protocols, summary reports, and tech transfer documentation (SOPs, study protocols, study reports, process flow diagrams, process description, BOMs)
Document and troubleshoot observations during experiment execution, independently analyze and interpret experiment results
Perform duties independently with general guidance from senior team members
Must have the ability to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary