Associate Scientist II

Unicon Pharma Inc; San Carlos (CA); Presencial; USD 90.000 - 130.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Unicon Pharma Inc. in California seeks an analytical scientist to execute routine and complex experiments for biologics and vaccine development. You will characterize proteins and conjugates using HPLC, SEC-MALS, ELISA, and related assays, while documenting results in ELN and reports.

The role includes assay development, optimization, validation, tech transfer, and cross‑functional collaboration. Strong data analysis and communication skills are essential.

Formación

• Hands-on experience with biochemical characterization and analytical methods.
• Experience in GLP/GMP laboratory practices and documentation.
• Experience in analytical development and transfer is preferred.
• Strong data analysis, troubleshooting, and communication skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine and non-routine lab experiments for biologics and vaccine development.
• Characterize proteins, polysaccharides, and conjugates using listed assays.
• Analyze, document, and present results via ELN and reports.
• Assist in analytical assay development, optimization, validation, and transfer.
• Prepare technical reports, SOPs, and collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Conocimientos

Biochemistry knowledge

Protein characterization

Analytical method troubleshooting

GLP/GMP familiarity

Experimental design

Documentation & data analysis

Educación

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry/Biochemistry/Biology/Pharmaceutical Sciences + 4 years industry experience

Master's degree + 0–2 years industry experience

Herramientas

HPLC

SEC-MALS

ELISA

SDS-PAGE

Western blot

BCA

Lowry

PicoGreen

Anthrone

Descripción del empleo

• Perform routine and non-routine laboratory experiments for biologics and vaccine development.
• Conduct protein, polysaccharide, and conjugate characterization using HPLC, SEC-MALS, CE-SDS, cIEF, ELISA, SDS-PAGE, Western blot, and plate-based assays.
• Analyze, document, and present experimental results using ELN, reports, and presentations.
• Assist in analytical assay development, optimization, validation, and transfer.
• Screen monoclonal antibodies and support CRO sample coordination.
• Operate and maintain laboratory instruments and manage reagents, supplies, and inventory.
• Prepare technical reports, protocols, and SOPs.
• Ensure compliance with GLP/GMP, laboratory safety, and company policies.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and troubleshoot experimental issues.
• Work on-site at least 4 days per week (80% laboratory work).

Required Skills

• Hands-on experience with HPLC, SEC-MALS, ELISA, BCA, Lowry, PicoGreen, Anthrone, SDS-PAGE, and Western blot.
• Knowledge of biochemistry, protein characterization, and analytical methods.
• Familiarity with GLP/GMP laboratory practices.
• Experience in assay development and analytical testing.
• Strong documentation, data analysis, and troubleshooting skills.
• Good communication, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Proficiency in MS Office; scientific software knowledge is a plus.
• Conjugate vaccine development experience is preferred.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related field with 4 years of industry experience; OR
• Master's degree with 0–2 years of industry experience.
• Relevant academic, internship, or industry laboratory experience.
• Experience in analytical development, QC, or biologics/vaccine development preferred.