Job Description

Global Quality Large Molecule Analytical Sciences (GQLMAS), our companys Manufacturing Division is responsible for the establishment and performance of commercial large molecule analytical techniques including method development, validation, troubleshooting, and transfers working with both our company and outsourced partners. This team is highly motivated, fast-paced and focused on the rapid advancement of our companys large molecule pipeline, as well as growth and performance of existing licensed products. Specific job responsibilities could include participation in department activities including training, analytical method development, troubleshooting, validation, sample testing supporting process development/changes, scale-up and optimization.

Interested candidates should have the following:

• Experience with pipettes, balances, pH meters, biosafety cabinets, and/or fume hoods

• Experience with documenting experiments including objectives, reagents, procedure, results, and conclusions.

• Experience in one or more of the following analytical laboratory techniques:

  • Cell culture techniques: mammalian cell culture, cell-based assays, virus plaque, virus TCID50,

  • Attribute testing: ELISA, BCA, Bradford, UPLC/HPLC, cIEF, CE, LC-MS, UV-Vis, DLS, MALS/RI, CCIT, ICP-MS

  • Microbial techniques: kinetic turbidimetric/chromogenic, sterility, environmental monitoring, microbial limits testing

• Ability to work independently and within a cross-functional team

• Ability to learn new techniques

• Good technical, communication (oral and written), interpersonal, and teamwork skills.

• Self-motivated with a positive attitude and proven performance record

Required Education and Experience:

• Candidates must be currently working toward B.S. in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, or a related field.

Education Minimum Requirement:

Minimum of three (3) years in a BS -OR- in a MS program in one of the following disciplines:

• Biology

• Biochemistry

• Chemistry

• Molecular Biology

• Virology

*Available for a duration of 1-year during May 2024-May 2025

Candidates must be successful candidates will possess strong interpersonal and writing skills, with attention to detail and the ability to work independently

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Requisition ID:R308891