Biologics Formulation Scientist Group Leader

Job Responsibilities

• Execute protein-based developability and stability workflows, including formulation at high concentrations, viscometry, size exclusion chromatography, and assays for thermal and colloidal stability
• Execute workflows using automated high-throughput systems
• Independently support ongoing studies and high-level activities
• Apply scientific ownership and critical thinking to evaluate workflows and proactively communicate observations, risks, and process improvements
• Maintain accurate, compliant documentation within a method development environment
• Analyze data and report/communicate results
• May be expected to work with Antibody-Drug Conjugate (ADC) projects in Occupational Exposure Band 4 (OEB4) and/or OEB5, as well as other OEB4 materials

Leadership Responsibilities

• Support and monitors the performance of the team of employees
• Participates in new hire interviews
• Supports the on-boarding process of new employees
• Disseminate administrative communications
• Ensures adherence to highest quality and efficiency standards in laboratory operations
• Ensures coverage and performance for all shifts, and work duties
• Adeptly balances technical lab work with leadership responsibilities
• Foster morale and teamwork

Qualifications

• Basic Minimum Qualifications: Bachelors in a scientific discipline, 2+ years of hands-on industry or research lab experience
• PREFERRED Qualifications: Experience with buffer prep, high concentration antibody formulation via UFDF or TFF, protein handling, and assay execution, Strong critical thinking, troubleshooting, and communication skills, Experience with stability assays, including thermal or colloidal stability assessments, Hands-on experience with analytical instrumentation such as SEC, HPLC, viscometry, rheology, DLS, DSC, DSF, or other related biophysical/analytical platforms, Knowledge of protein chemistry and degradation, Good time management and multi-tasking skills, Effective communication and interpersonal skills, including ability to work within a cross-functional team, Experience working in a method development or non-GMP development environment, Exposure to automation or high-throughput workflows a plus

Additional Information

• The position is onsite, full-time, Monday-Friday from 8am-5pm
• Candidates living within a commutable distance of Gaithersburg, MD and the surrounding areas are encouraged to apply
• Compensation is between $32 to $36 hourly based on experience level
• Excellent full-time benefits include: comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options, Life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, Paid vacation and holiday