Senior Scientist (Membrane-based Chromatography)

About the role

We are seeking a Lead Scientist to support the application development of our membrane-based chromatography products. This role involves designing and executing complex experimental plans to generate high-quality application data, developing and optimizing analytical methods for biomolecule characterization, and translating scientific insights into customer-ready solutions. The position serves as a technical subject matter expert, collaborating closely with R&D, product development, manufacturing, and commercial teams to support technology transfer, product adoption, and customer success.

Responsibilities

• Lead application development projects focused on downstream purification and membrane-based chromatography technologies.
• Design, plan, and execute independent experimental programs to generate high-quality, application-relevant data.
• Analyze and interpret complex datasets to inform product performance, application fit, and technical positioning.
• Develop application workflows, protocols, and technical content to support product adoption.
• Develop and implement robust analytical methods using HPLC, UPLC, fragment analyzers, gel-based assays, and related techniques for bioprocess and biomolecule characterization; provide training and technical guidance to team members.
• Proactively generate and execute study plans to address technical and development concerns and challenges through innovative and meticulous characterization and troubleshooting efforts.
• Develop and implement Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new processes and products in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
• Proactively generate scientific insights from literature and internally generated data, and effectively share knowledge and learnings with the team.
• Persistently interface with R&D, Product Development, Manufacturing, Marketing, and Sales teams to enable technology transfer and customer success.
• Partner with customers to provide technical insights on product use and deliver application-level support in response to customer inquiries.
• Lead and support technical presentations, application notes, and conference or customer engagements, acting as a technical representative as needed.
• Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior scientists and team members.
• Maintain clear, accurate experimental documentation and technical reports.

Requirements

• PhD or MS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline with significant industry experience.
• Strong experience in downstream processing, chromatography, purification, or bioprocessing applications.
• Hands-on experience developing, validating, and applying analytical methods using HPLC, UPLC, fragment analyzers, and gel-based techniques.
• Direct customer-facing experience.
• Proven ability to mentor, train, and develop junior team members.
• Proven ability to lead scientific projects and drive results.
• Excellent data analysis, documentation, and communication skills.
• Problem-solving expertise and conducting data-driven root cause analysis.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a regulated or product-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to give presentations internally and externally.
• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and effective in a fast-paced, team-based laboratory environment.

Qualifications

• Master's (3-4 years industry experience) or PhD (1-2 years industry experience), or a Bachelor's with 10+ years, ideally from a biopharma experience with protein purification knowledge.
• Experience with Empower software is a plus.
• Secondary skills in running gels.

Skills

• PhD or MS in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline with significant industry experience.
• Strong experience in downstream processing, chromatography, purification, or bioprocessing applications.
• Hands-on experience developing, validating, and applying analytical methods using HPLC, UPLC, fragment analyzers, and gel-based techniques.
• Direct customer-facing experience.
• Proven ability to mentor, train, and develop junior team members.
• Proven ability to lead scientific projects and drive results.
• Excellent data analysis, documentation, and communication skills.
• Problem-solving expertise and conducting data-driven root cause analysis.
• Experience working cross-functionally in a regulated or product-driven environment.
• Strong communication skills and willingness to give presentations internally and externally.
• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and effective in a fast-paced, team-based laboratory environment.