Job Description

The Senior Scientist will be a key member of the team, focusing on downstream activities. During this exciting period of growth, you will play a critical part in supporting our Phase III program as it advances toward commercialization, ensuring robust and scalable manufacturing processes. This is a 12-month contract based in Redwood City, CA.

Responsibilities

• Perform pilot scale downstream purification process and manufacturing (post cell lysate to final formulation) by utilizing column chromatography, Ultrafiltration (UF) and Diafiltration (DF), and various filtration steps.
• Follow good documentation practices to maintain accurate records.
• Work closely with team members to perform buffer preparation.
• Set-up, operate and maintain required downstream laboratory equipment.
• Maintain reagent, sample, and consumables inventory.
• Assist with data entry and data analysis in Excel and/or other statistical programs.
• Ensure safe workplace in compliance with the company and EHS' rules and regulations.
• Work with Assay Development and Quality Control to coordinate testing.
• Work to optimize, and revise current process protocols, procedures, and batch records to make them more robust and streamlined.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or advanced degree in chemical/biochemical engineering or related fields.
• 6-8 years of downstream purification experience in pharmaceutical or gene therapy manufacturing, including GMP-regulated operations.
• Hands on experience with buffer preparations, TFF (Hollow Fiber/Cassettes), UF/DF and Column Chromatography Purification.
• Experience working with AKTA Avant is required.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment as a team player with effective communication skills.
• Excellent computer skills; especially proficient in Excel and Word.
• Experience with statistical analysis software (e.g., JMP) and data visualization tools is a plus.
• Strong desire to learn new technologies, skill sets, and science behind AAV processing.
• Strong teamwork and communication skills.
• Familiarity with regulatory guidelines and requirements for biologics manufacturing is a plus.
• Some overtime required, as needed.

Salary

• $104,000-$124,800

Why Choose R&D Partners?

As an employee, you have access to a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical insurance – PPO, HMO & HSA
• Dental & Vision insurance
• 401k plan
• Employee Assistance Program
• Long-term disability
• Weekly payroll
• Expense reimbursement
• Online timecard approval

R&D Partners is a global functional service provider and strategic staffing resource specializing in scientific, clinical research & engineering. We provide job opportunities within major pharmaceutical, biopharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device companies.

R&D Partners is an equal-opportunity employer.

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