Research Associate I

at Asahi Kasei America in Glenview, Illinois, United States Job Description The Asahi Kasei Group operates with a commitment of creating for tomorrow. Our business sectors, Material, Homes, and Health Care, contribute to the development of society by anticipating the changing needs of those around the world. We look for candidates that offer a fresh perspective and a variety of skills to help us achieve our commitment. We are currently seeking applications to fill the following job opening at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess where we sell Planova virus removal filters and develops and manufactures related bioprocess equipment. Company: Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. Job Description: Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America, Inc. (AKBA) provides pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical manufacturers with a comprehensive suite of tools to maximize safety and improve yields of biotherapeutics during research, clinical and commercial-scale production. Planova virus-removal filters anchor a diverse product portfolio defined by quality, consistency and scalability. Additional areas of expertise include liquid chromatography, inline buffer dilution and oligonucleotide synthesis. We are a growing team (140+) of professionals excited about what we do and our ability to impact healthcare delivery systems worldwide. We offer a "big company" benefits package and a "small company" culture and work environment. Every employee at Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America can impact our future. As an Asahi Kasei Bioprocess America employee, you will enjoy: Strong company culture Competitive Compensation with Bonuses Great health benefits with the company paying over 80% of insurance premiums Wellness Program Paid Time Off Strong company match to 401(k) contributions Tuition reimbursement program Giving Program Paid Parental Leave Position Summary: We are currently looking for a Research Associate I to join our team at AKBA! The individual in this role will support laboratory research and development activities related to virus filtration and other downstream bioprocessing operations. This entry-level role is ideal for recent graduates or professionals with limited experience, providing hands-on experience with biological assays, lab instrumentation and data collection and analysis. This individual will work under the direct supervision of more senior scientists and will be responsible for clearly communicating with internal and external stakeholders as well as following company and lab procedures and SOPs Duties/Responsibilities: Experimental: Participate, under manager supervision, in the implementation, and documentation of experimental projects to develop and study bioprocess filtration and chromatography operations with a focus on viral clearance and pathogen safety. Author technical reports and presentations to document findings for internal and external distribution. Support studies in the Non-GLP Virus Lab by executing filtrations and assays in coordination with other Virus Lab operators and assisting with cell culture as needed. Follow all quality procedures and business and safety practices. Contribute to the development of new procedures to ensure continuous quality and safety improvement. Assist in maintenance of the laboratory, including maintaining safety and 5S standards, and oversight and maintenance of equipment calibration. External: Interact and establish relationships with customers in the biopharmaceutical industry by attending and giving presentations at industry conferences and customer sites. Travel to customer sites, conferences, training courses, and company meetings (approximately 5%). Additional Duties and Responsibilities: Attend and contribute to regular group meetings and journal club meetings and provide monthly project update reports. Beginner understanding of bioprocess unit operations, including mechanisms, validation strategies, and regulatory considerations. Beginner understanding of industry trends in biologics process development and manufacturing operations. Qualifications/Requirements: BS/BA in Biochemistry, Microbiology, Chemical or Biochemical Engineering or similar scientific discipline and 1-3 years of hands-on laboratory in biotech experience in biotech or pharma. Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 laboratory is required. Good communication skills and the ability to present results and recommendations to external customers and internal management is required. Work experience in biopharmaceutical process development or manufacturing sciences is a plus. Experience with viral clearance or virus filtration is a plus. Physical Demands/Environmental Conditions: Ability to work in a Biosafety Level 2 environment. Exposure to hazardous chemicals and pressurized liquids. The base compensation range for this role is $25.00-30.00/hour. Base Compensation is influenced by many factors including, but not limited to: time in the role, previous experience, skills, knowledge, performance, work requirements, internal equity, and business / economic conditions. Please note, we will not be providing immigration-related sponsorship now or in the future for this role. #LI-BJ1 As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment. To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account