Research Associate

About the role

Collaborate with research, quality control (QC), and process development teams to develop AAV gene therapy analytical methods for process monitoring and characterization under the guidance of a scientific mentor.

• Contribute to the development of robust separations-based methods (e.g., HPLC, UHPLC, CE-SDS, etc.) for drug substance and drug products.
• Participate in developing timelines, protocols, studies, and reports for method development and assay transfer.
• Author and review analytical/equipment logbooks, protocols, and reports as needed.
• Assist in the timely execution of testing for routine in-process analytics, data review, and preparation of summary reports.

Requirements

• BS or equivalent in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 2-5 years of relevant industry experience or Master’s degree in a relevant discipline with a minimum of 0-2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in the pharmaceutical industry preferred, covering analytical method development and knowledge of QC testing.
• Strong, hands-on experience in HPLC and other separation-based technologies (e.g., CE-SDS), including knowledge of standard maintenance and troubleshooting.
• Willingness to take on new challenges required to bring novel medicines to the clinic.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.

Benefits

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

Pay

$92,701 – $115,886 (dependent on experience)