Associate Scientist - High-Throughput Purification

TekWissen ®; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

TekWissen is seeking an Associate Scientist to support purification process development for pivotal and commercial development phases. The role focuses on high-throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and automation workflows using Tecan and Hamilton platforms. Ideal candidates have an M.S.

(2+ years) or a B.S. (4+ years) in chemical engineering, biochemistry, or related fields, with experience in chromatography and data integrity.

Qualifications

• MS degree with 2+ years or BS with 4+ years in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related field.
• Experience developing and executing HTP purification assays using automated systems (Tecan, Hamilton).
• Experience with chromatography (AKTA, plate-based), filtration, and downstream techniques.
• Strong analytical, documentation, and problem-solving skills; able to work independently and in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-throughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization.
• Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Hamilton and Tecan platforms.
• Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods.
• Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery.
• Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments.
• Conduct bench-scale purification studies using chromatography, filtration, and microscale systems.
• Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations.
• Prepare high-quality protocols, reports, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation.
• Support implementation of new purification technologies, instrumentation, and platform enhancements.
• Maintain a state-of-the-art purification lab, including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements.
• Partner with upstream, downstream, and cross-functional colleagues on development and characterization initiatives.
• Follow all compliance, training, and safety requirements.

Skills

HTP purification assays

Automated liquid handling

Chromatography

Filtration

Data integrity

Documentation

Analytical skills

Independent & collaborative work

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Tecan

Hamilton

AKTA

Plate-based chromatography

Job description

TekWissen is seeking an Associate Scientist to support purification process development for pivotal and commercial development phases. The role focuses on high-throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and automation workflows using Tecan and Hamilton platforms. Ideal candidates have an M.S.

(2+ years) or a B.S. (4+ years) in chemical engineering, biochemistry, or related fields, with experience in chromatography and data integrity.