SCIENTIST – PROCESS DEVELOPMENT IV

Scientist – Process Development IV Location: Foster City, CA Category: Scientific Salary: Apply for details Country: United States Employment: Contract Worksite: On-Site Apply For This Position Job Description The Scientist, Biologics Pivotal Formulation and Process Development role is part of the collaborative and interdisciplinary CMC development team aiming to use state-of-the-art technologies and innovative methodologies to advance medicines into the clinic. The success candidate is expected to bring relevant technical expertise, contribute to key functional strategies, and spearhead innovations related to formulation and DP process development. S/he will have growth opportunities through acquisition of new skills, experiences, and professional relationships in a fast-paced and resource-rich environment. Responsibilities Design and execute formulation and drug product process development work packages, including formulation development, Drug Product manufacturing process development, and clinical in-use evaluations. Drive innovation and continuously grow technical expertise; influence internally and externally through publication, presentations, and industrial collaboration representation. Demonstrate understanding of analytical, biophysical characterization, or process development techniques; bring new capabilities; lead by example for lab executions. Fully embrace data integrity and good documentation practices for data and report generation; critically review internal and external documentation. Authors technical documents such as protocols, reports, regulatory dossier, etc for internal and external audience. Effectively collaborates with both internal and external stakeholders in project meetings. Support and contribute to department initiatives or cross-functional projects to drive business process excellence and scientific innovation. Qualifications Ph.D. in Pharmaceutical Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering, or related scientific fields with 0+ years, M.S. with 6+ years, or B.S. with 8+ years of industrial experience in biologics CMC development. Hands-on laboratory experience required. Experience with formulation development, Drug Product process development, and clinical in-use evaluation for monoclonal antibodies, bispecifics, antibody-drug conjugates, fusion proteins, and other complex biologics formats strongly desired. Publications, external presentations, and the desire to innovate through research strongly preferred. Pay ranges between 65-73/hr based on experience Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us(opens in new tab) directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements. Fraud Alert Candidate safety is a top priority at Planet Pharma. The industry has seen an increase in people falsely representing themselves as recruiters to gather personal information from job seekers. For your safety, do not provide sensitive data to anyone you have not spoken with thoroughly, never provide banking information during the application process and always double check the email address of the Recruiter to ensure it’s from an official Planet Pharma domain (@planet-pharma.com, @planet-pharma.co.uk, and @ppgadvisorypartners.com) and not a domain with an alternative extension like .net, .org or .jobs. The Planet Group of Companies is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.