Research Associate Co-op, Downstream Process Development (4883)

Job Title: Research Associate Co-op, Downstream Process Development

Work Location: Cranbury, NJ

Job Summary

Designs, executes and authors downstream purification development, optimization, scale up and tech transfer. Collaborates with other internal PD teams during process development and tech transfer. Supports pilot production, GMP manufacturing and related investigation studies.

• Responsibilities
• Assist or responsible for bench scale purification process development, optimization and process transfer studies.
• Assist in designing and executing pilot-scale experiments to support non-GMP material generation.
• Performs independent data analysis and interpretation, and develops strategies for optimization and troubleshooting.
• Assists tech transfer to GMP manufacturing, and supports deviation investigations.
• Authors study protocols and reports, and ensures all data are reported clearly and accurately;
• Authors Downstream lab equipment SOPs; maintains equipment functionality and coordinates repairs and preventative maintenance.
• Performs job specific tasks in compliance with applicable Regulations, International Standards, and WuXi Biologics internal policies and guidelines.
• Completes all required training (i.e. safety, equipment etc.).
• Contributes to the overall operations and to the achievement of departmental goals.
• May be required to assist in other departments or assigned other duties.
• Qualifications
• BS, MS, or PhD in Life Sciences or related field, with 0 - 2 years of experience in a biopharmaceutical or biological contract testing/manufacturing organization, or a research laboratory.
• Hands-on experience in downstream purification process development and lab scale experimental execution, including chromatography, UFDF, viral inactivation, and filtration is a plus.
• Experience with pilot scale operation is a plus.
• Strong oral & written communication skills are required.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and to exhibit effective interpersonal skills.
• Ability to take on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to lift 40 lbs
• Proficient in Microsoft (Excel, Word, Outlook)

The anticipated pay range for this position is 20.00-30.00 per hour. .

The job description does not intend to list all the duties and responsibilities assigned to this position. Employee holding this position would be required to perform other job-related duties/responsibilities based on their expertis and company business needs.