Associate Scientist

Position Overview

The Scientist position is in the Process Analytical group, which is part of the Manufacturing Analytical Development organization in Nektar.

This group is responsible for analytical support of bioprocess development and process characterization of Nektar's biologics pipeline products. The preferred candidate provides timely information in context to bioprocess development groups to enable their decision making, and will be actively involved in projects in all clinical phases. Analytical support includes the exercise of technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments, providing and presenting scientific data to process scientists, generating technical documents with a scientific discipline, and demonstrating a high level of professional expertise through familiarity with analytical instrumentation and bioanalytical assays.

• Develop, qualify and troubleshoot chromatography (HPLC, UHPLC) and CE (icIEF and CE-SDS) based methods. Immunoassay (ELISA and western blots) experience is desired, but not required.
• Experience in developing high throughput analytical assays for bioprocess projects is highly desired.
• Evaluate suitability of new methods and qualify methods for intended uses. Author method development and qualification reports and SOPs for test methods. Serve as trainer and provide technical guidance for junior analysts.
• Provide analytical support for bioprocess development. Prepare technical reports and data summaries in a timely manner. Maintain accurate and well-organized laboratory records.
• May serve as a primary contact person for cross-functional projects and be accountable for key deliverables. Effective communication skills and ability to work with cross-functional teams are essential.
• Contribute to the development and/or improvement of technical capabilities within Analytical Development as well as initiatives to improve group efficiency.
• Maintains compliance to company Environmental Health and Safety policies, procedures and practices.

skills.

A PhD in a scientific discipline is required. Equivalent experience may be accepted. A minimum of 1 year work experience in a research and/or development environment is preferred. Post-doctoral work may serve as experience. Exceptional non-PhDs with demonstrated capabilities and/or significant experience may also be considered. Must be able to demonstrate hands-on technical proficiency, scientific creativity, collaboration with others and independent thought. Must be able to clearly communicate scientific information both written and oral with minimal assistance. Must be able to compose sound written work with minimal assistance. Must possess good oral and written communication skills. Must be able to demonstrate sound judgment. Must be able to demonstrate problem solving capabilities. Strong organizational skills are required. Good computer skills are required. Working knowledge of MS word, Excel, Power point is a plus. Experience working in an FDA regulated environment and knowledge of current GMPs as they apply to laboratory practices are highly desired. Must be willing to work as part of a team. Must be able to demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Nektar Therapeutics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner proscribed by the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.