Sr. Research Associate, Downstream Process Development

Landmark Bio • Watertown, MA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a hands-on Senior Research Associate to support downstream purification activities in a lab-based contract role. This is a temporary position (~6 months) focused on execution of process development and experimental work to support client programs. Scope of Responsibilities Use of purification techniques such as affinity and anion exchange chromatography, harvest/clarification and filtration/concentration based unit operations for DNA/mRNA and Viral vectors. Maintain accurate and reliable records including database management, electronic lab notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation. Writing and/or contributing to SOPs, batch records, protocols and reports. Comply with all safety and infection control standards. This is a hands-on lab-based position requiring a flexible schedule based on experimental work (some weekend work may be required). Qualifications Sr. Associate - Bachelor’s degree in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or related discipline with minimum 2 years relevant experience. Hands-on experience with clarification, filtrations, chromatography separations techniques. Experience/knowledge of purification of DNA or viral vectors Experience using the Unicorn software as part of the AKTA chromatography system. Strong team worker who is also independently motivated, detail oriented and possesses good problem-solving capabilities Strong verbal and written skills; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately Knowledge of Microsoft Office products We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in biology, bioengineering, biotechnology, or related discipline with minimum 2 years relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with clarification, filtrations, chromatography separations techniques.
• Experience/knowledge of purification of DNA or viral vectors
• Experience using the Unicorn software as part of the AKTA chromatography system.
• Strong team worker who is also independently motivated, detail oriented and possesses good problem-solving capabilities
• Strong verbal and written skills; able to handle confidential information and material appropriately
• Knowledge of Microsoft Office products

Responsibilities

• Use of purification techniques such as affinity and anion exchange chromatography, harvest/clarification and filtration/concentration based unit operations for DNA/mRNA and Viral vectors.
• Maintain accurate and reliable records including database management, electronic lab notebooks, and all other pertinent documentation.
• Writing and/or contributing to SOPs, batch records, protocols and reports.
• Comply with all safety and infection control standards.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level