Scientist, Vaccine Analytical R&D

About the role

The Scientist position is open for a laboratory-based, scientific role within our Vaccine Analytical Research and Development team in West Point, PA. The role involves developing state-of-the-art analytical techniques to support vaccine process development, formulation development, vaccine investigations, vaccine characterization, method qualifications and transfers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply advanced analytical techniques including separations of small molecules, polymers, proteins, conjugates and nanoparticles (FPLC, HPLC, CE)
• Conduct research projects, troubleshoot technical issues related to analytical methods
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to solve complex analytical problems
• Document experiments in a detailed and organized manner following ALCOA principles
• Apply knowledge of analytical techniques and molecular structure characterization to support vaccine development
• Work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating integrity, precision, accomplishment, motivation, respect, and inclusion

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in analytical chemistry, chemistry, biochemistry, biomedical engineering or related field with relevant industry experience
• Minimum 2 years of biotech/pharmaceutical industry experience or relevant academic work with publications
• Experience with cGMP or cGLP practices, electronic lab notebooks, assay robustness evaluation, method qualifications, validations and transfers, and familiarity with relevant compendial guidelines
• Strong organizational, oral/written communication, scientific leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Knowledge of protein chemistry, structural biology, and biochemistry with applications to biomolecules such as viruses, virus-like particles, proteins, and DNA/RNA
• Ability to prioritize tasks and work in a fast-paced, integrated, multidisciplinary team environment

Preferred Experience and Skills

• Experience with cGMP or cGLP practices and using electronic lab notebooks
• Experience with assay robustness evaluation and method qualifications, validations and transfers and familiar with relevant compendial guidelines (e.g., USP1220, ICH Q2/Q14)
• Authoring and reviewing internal technical reports, and external scientific publications
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Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision healthcare, retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days
• Annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable
• Flexible work arrangements available
• Relocation: No relocation