Associate Scientist, Protein Therapeutics API Development – Biologics Therapeutics Development & Supply

Johnson & Johnson Co.; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Malvern, PA is seeking an Associate Scientist for Protein Therapeutics API Development & Biologics Development & Supply. You will perform process development and manufacturing for large molecule cell culture processes, contributing to groundbreaking therapeutics.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree with at least 1 year of relevant experience, strong aseptic technique, and proficiency with cell culture and analytical equipment. Occasional weekend work may be required.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in a life sciences field is required.
• Master's degree is preferred for advancement and specialization.
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience in protein therapeutics or biologics development.

Responsibilities

• Perform protein therapeutics API development and biologics development & supply processes.
• Execute cell culture operations from vial thaw to bioreactor harvest with accuracy.
• Record and analyze experimental data; ensure data integrity and communicate findings to the project team.
• Collaborate with project teams and support functions to meet program goals.
• Maintain equipment logs and follow lab safety procedures.

Skills

cell culture

aseptic technique

data analysis

documentation

experimental design

Education

Bachelor's degree in life sciences

Master's degree in a relevant field

Tools

ViCell

Metaflex

OmsoPro

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com. As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function:

Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine: Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science-based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow. Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We are searching for the best talent for an Associate Scientist, Protein Therapeutics API Development & Biologics Therapeutics Development & Supply based in Malvern, PA.

Purpose:

The Associate Scientist, Protein Therapeutics API Development & Biologics Therapeutics Development & Supply will perform process development and manufacturing for large molecule cell culture processes.

You will be responsible for:

• Performing cell culture process operations covering vial thaw through bioreactor harvest.
• Record and analyze experimental data, verify data integrity and accuracy, and report/summarize findings to the project team.
• Works closely with project teams and collaborate with support functions to meet or exceed the goals and objectives of Protein Therapeutics API Development & Biologics Therapeutics Development & Supply
• Thrive in a diverse team setting by giving technical expertise to multiple large molecule programs, proficient with documentation, and review of analytical data.
• Maintain equipment logs and assist with the resolution of equipment downtime. Follow laboratory safety procedures.

Education:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree is required. Master's degree is preferred.

Required:

Minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.

• Experience with aseptic technique and cell culture manipulations involving a variety of cell culture vessels (i.e., shake flasks, and wave bioreactors).
• Experience with large scale bioreactors and single use bioreactors, including assembly, preparation, operation, and maintenance.
• Experience with Clean In Place and Steam in Place procedures.
• Experience with upstream processing of large molecules.
• Experience with the following analytical equipment: ViCell BLU, Metaflex, and OmsoPro.
• Experience maintaining written records of work in the form of electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Periodic weekend work is required.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Preferred Skills:

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/.