Associate Scientist - Process Development, Downstream
Core
Execute laboratory experiments to develop and optimize biologic manufacturing processes, including upstream cell culture and downstream purification.
Role type
Associate Scientist, Process Development (Downstream)
Builds
Biologic drug products for pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers
Domain
Biopharmaceutical manufacturing / Process Development
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
cell culture, bioreactor operations, chromatography (AKTA), tangential flow filtration (TFF), Design of Experiments (DoE), GMP/GDP compliance, batch record documentation, troubleshooting, statistical data analysis
Preferred skills
Chemical Engineering background, lab operations management (equipment maintenance, cleaning, 5S), cross-functional collaboration
Technologies
AKTA, TFF, bioreactors, chromatography systems
Responsibilities
Execute seed train scale-up and bioreactor operations; perform cell culture analytical methods; analyze experimental data using statistical methods; support downstream purification activities; maintain accurate documentation and batch production records; troubleshoot issues and support investigations; contribute to continuous improvement initiatives
Seniority
Junior, hands-on IC
