Process Development Associate I, Downstream Process Sciences

16 hours ago


Gaithersburg, United States Actalent Full time
Job DescriptionJob Description

Description:

Qualified individuals will play role in downstream process development; scale up, and technical support of cGMP manufacturing for protein-based vaccines. The candidate will ensure scientifically sound design and scalable purification processes are created. The candidate will also be responsible for generating materials for developmental studies. The candidate is expected to be highly self-motivated, well organized, and very productive.

This position will be located at our Gaithersburg, MD facility and will report to the Manager of Downstream Process Development-Process Sciences group.

Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):

  • Perform scale-up of processes to deliver materials for pre-clinical and clinical studies
  • Coordinate with scientist to execute optimization experiments to demonstrate that the process is robust with high purity, yield, and scalable for clinical stage manufacturing of vaccine and other biologic product candidates
  • Provide reagents and other supplies for various projects and departments
  • Support process characterization studies, process validation and tech transfer process as needed
  • Maintaining inventory of lab supplies and ordering lab consumables as needed
  • Responsible for preparation of buffers and column packing at different scales
  • Performs testing of in-process samples such as SDS-PAGE, Western blot, A280 (Nanodrop), BCA, DNA, and host cell protein ELISA assays
  • Performs washing and decontamination of glassware and distributing to appropriate locations within the laboratories
  • Operates the glass washing instruments and autoclaves as needed.
  • Assists in shipping and receiving of supplies and maintaining inventory

This position is expected to be hands on in the laboratory and scale-up operation

Additional Skills & Qualifications:

  • Minimum BS in relevant scientific discipline with 0-2 years of industry experience
  • Downstream purification experience and knowledge is desired

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Actalent, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

  • Hiring diverse talent
  • Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection
  • Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes
  • Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.



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