Sr Analytical Scientist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Client is seeking to fill a temporary contracting role on the Process and Analytical Development team at its viral vector CDMO facility in Carlsbad, CA.
• The candidate will be responsible for the execution and development of analytical assays in support of process development activities for innovative viral vector therapeutics.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Generate worksheets, summary reports, and method transfer documents.
• Interface effectively with both internal and external partners to communicate technical guidance and updates.
• Investigate, create, and develop new methods and technology to achieve technical objectives and advancement.
• Independently design, plan, and execute experiments.
• Independently analyze complex data and interpret results.
• Able to contribute to and execute technical transfers of analytical methods from and/or to internal and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related life science studies.
• 7+ years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry OR
• Master’s degree in chemistry, biochemistry, or related life science studies.
• 5+ years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry OR
• Ph.D. in chemistry, biochemistry, or related life science studies.
• 3+ years of relevant experience in biopharmaceutical industry.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and technical expertise in biologics analytical techniques and method development with a focus on HPLC and CE.
• Highly experienced in using Client UHPLC system and proficient in using Client software.
• Experience in using Sciex CE system BioPhase 8800 or PA 800 Plus.
• Experience in using Wyatt SEC-MALS and FFF-MALS.
• Highly detail oriented.
• Helpful to have academic and/or industry-based background in virology.
• Critical and analytical thinking skills to effectively solve problems and improve outcomes.
• Effective communicator of scientific results.
• Knowledge of quality systems within an FDA-regulated environment.
• Knowledge of ICH quality guidelines.