Senior Scientific Associate - Downstream

* Responsible for design and execution of small scale experiments to define bioprocess steps for producing recombinant protein antigens and viral vaccines.
* Perform activities in support of the following deliverables: definition of down-stream manufacturing processes including assessment of experimental data and analytical characterization of vaccine candidates, rapid purification method development in support of upstream process development, generation of material for formulation and analytical development, technology transfer to GMP manufacturing groups.
* Provide guidance to and act as a resource for less experienced associates.
* Prepare technical development study protocols and reports in support of project reporting and process transfer.
* Present results to colleagues at internal department and project sub-team meetings.
* Functions effectively as a core team member on multiple concurrent projects and leads small projects and established work processes.  Solves complex problems through collaboration with others, providing key input. 
* M.S. with 3+ years of experience or B.S. with 5+ years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related life sciences industry.
* In-depth knowledge of purification processes and process separation technologies (chromatography, filtration/ultra-filtration, centrifugation, etc.) is required. Experience with GE AKTA chromatography systems/Unicorn software and lab and/or pilot scale TFF systems is required.
* Demonstrated expertise with analytical methods (eg. SDS PAGE, HPLC, Western Blot, ELISA) is required.
* Experience in application of Design of Experiments and other statistical techniques is a strong plus.
* Must be a self-starter and able to work with minimal supervision.
* Must be able to mentor less experienced team members.
* The qualified candidate must be able to effectively partner with a diverse team members from various functions, multiple countries and members at various levels in organization

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