Associate Scientist, Downstream Processing

Virtual Company; Westford (MA, NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking an Associate Scientist, Downstream Processing for a prominent client. This is an 18-month assignment located in Durham, NC, with pay of $35-38/hr.

You will perform hands-on downstream operations such as depth filtration, chromatography, and tangential flow filtration (TFF) across small and large scales, support pilot- and large-scale batches, document procedures, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely study execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with 2 years of relevant experience or Master’s with 0–1 years.
• Hands-on downstream operations experience in depth filtration, chromatography or TFF.
• Ability to follow procedures and document results accurately.

Responsibilities

• Execute experimental and process activities under the guidance of senior team members.
• Perform downstream operations on small and large scale (depth filtration, chromatography, or TFF).
• Support pilot- and large-scale batches, including prep, sampling and documentation.
• Compile, analyze and summarize experimental data and share results with the team.
• Document procedures and results in accordance with good documentation practices.

Skills

depth filtration

chromatography

tangential flow filtration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in biological sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or related field

Master’s degree in a related field

Job description

The Fountain Group is currently seeking a Associate Scientist, Downstream Processing for a prominent client of ours. This position is located in Durham, NC. Details for the position are as follows:

• Pay: $35-38/hr.
• 18-month assignment with possibility for extension or conversion based on performance and budget.

Responsibilities:

• Execute assigned experimental and process activities in support of defined program deliverables, working under the guidance of senior team members.
• Perform hands-on downstream process operations, such as depth filtration, chromatography, and/or tangential flow filtration (TFF), at both small and large scale.
• Support the execution of pilot-and large-scale batches, including equipment and materials preparation, process operation, sampling, and documentation.
• Compile, analyze, and summarize experimental data and share results and observations with the team.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, observations, and results in accordance with good documentation practices.
• Prepare and maintain laboratory equipment, buffers, and materials, and help coordinate laboratory activities and supplies for assigned studies.
• Follow safety requirements, technical standards, and best practices, and contribute ideas for continuous improvement of laboratory processes.
• Coordinate with downstream team members and cross-functional partners as needed to support timely study and batch execution.
• Provide flexible, hands-on support across assigned studies and batch activities based on evolving program and team needs.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in biological sciences, pharmaceutical sciences, chemical engineering, or a related technical field with 2 years of relevant experience; or Master's degree with 0–1 years of relevant experience.
• Hands-on experience with at least one of the following downstream unit operations at small or large scale: depth filtration, chromatography, or tangential flow filtration (TFF).
• Ability to carry out assigned experiments and process operations accurately, following established procedures and protocols.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and the ability to summarize and communicate experimental results.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and commitment to good documentation practices.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting.