Sr Scientist

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Donaldson is seeking a Sr Scientist - Bioprocess Development to join our downstream bioprocessing team at Purilogics. We are looking for an experienced, self-motivated, proactive problem solver to lead a diverse group of scientists and engineers in developing biologic purification processes using innovative membrane chromatography technologies. This position is also responsible for generating protocols and case studies to support various functions across the company.

This role is based on site in Greenville, SC.

Role Responsibilities:

• Lead bioprocess development projects with comprehensive documentation and effective communication practices, ensuring timely completion

• Proactively generate and execute study plans to address technical and development concerns and challenges through innovative and meticulous characterization and troubleshooting efforts

• Develop robust analytical methods for bioprocess and biomolecule characterization and provide training to other team members

• Establish case studies to demonstrate the applications of our products in biologics purification

• Proactively explore new technologies and development methods to increase team's capacity and capability

• Generate data for marketing campaigns and presentations that promote our products

• Formulate Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for new processes and products

• Present at relevant conferences and publish white papers to elevate the company's profile as an expert in biologics purification

• Provide support for manufacturing and quality control investigations and development as needed

• Proactively generate knowledge from literature or data produced internally and share with the team

• Interface with customers to offer insights on using our products and provide technical support in response to customer inquiries as needed

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline

• 6+ years of experience in research or lab-based roles; 3+ years in biopurification or chromatography

• Strong understanding of bioprocessing fundamentals, with the ability to lead bioprocess development projectsusing bioanalytical methods

• Knowledge of chromatography to drive application development

• Ability to problem-solve and demonstrate expertise in conducting data-driven root cause analysis

• Strong communication skills and willingness to give presentations internally and externally

• Demonstrated proficiency in standard laboratory safety protocols, with experience in safely handling biologics and chemicals

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's Degree or Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Bioengineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related discipline; with 2+ years of experience in biopurification or chromatography

• Strong understanding of general physical and chemical features of biologics, such as nucleic acids, antibodies, proteins, etc.

• Demonstrated ability to conduct novel experiments independently and judiciously

• Highly skilled at prioritizing and managing multiple concurrent laboratory activities and projects while maintaining organization and accountability to deadlines

• Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and collaboration skills

• Highly self-motivated, detail-oriented, and effective in a fast-paced, team-based laboratory environment

• Comfortable adapting to rapidly changing priorities and deadlines

Keywords: Bioprocess Development, Biologic Purification, Bioanalysis, Life Sciences

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