Associate Scientist, Upstream Process Development

Bionova Scientific LLC; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (healthcare, dental, and vision insurance)

Life insurance and disability program

401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Paid time off and holidays

Job summary

<p>Bionova Scientific LLC in the United States is seeking an experienced Associate Scientist to advance fermentation and clarification process development activities for plasmid DNA and GMP manufacturing. This role involves conducting experiments, supporting process development, and ensuring adherence to regulatory guidelines.</p><p>Successful candidates will have a BS or MS in Biological Sciences, with hands-on bioprocessing experience and the ability to troubleshoot equipment issues. The position includes comprehensive health benefits and a 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.</p>

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of relevant fermentation or cell culture experience.
• Hands-on experience in bioprocessing.
• Ability to troubleshoot equipment-related process failures.

Responsibilities

• Execute fermentation and clarification development experiments.
• Perform fermentation activities for process characterization.
• Communicate production progress and issues effectively.

Skills

Bioprocessing

Troubleshooting

Effective communication

Attention to detail

Creative thinking

Team collaboration

Education

BS or MS in Biological Sciences or related disciplines

Tools

Fermenters

Centrifugation equipment

Single-use equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Bionova is seeking an experienced associate scientist to perform fermentation and clarification process development activities to advance plasmid DNA, GMP manufacturing efforts. The associate scientist will participate in development, optimization and technology transfer processes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Execute fermentation and clarification development experiments, analyze data and generate reports.
• Perform fermentation and clarification activities to support process development decisions and process characterization studies.
• Follow procedural instructions in standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions (WI) and development test methods.
• Draft SOPs, experimental procedures and development batch records.
• Ensure work follows Good Documentation Practices (GDP) and maintain accurate and detailed records of analytical development activities.
• Ensure all process development and testing activities adhere to applicable regulatory guidance and industry best practices.
• Troubleshoot fermentation equipment and assist in the identification and resolution of equipment issues.
• Support development investigations and non‑conformities.
• Participate in process improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and product quality.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices and participate in training programs to develop new skills and knowledge.
• Communicate effectively with managers and team members to report production progress, issues, and improvements.

Working Conditions

This position requires working in a lab/office setting. The role requires walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, and crouching. The employee must occasionally lift and or move up to 20 pounds independently.

Qualifications

• BS or MS in Biological Sciences or related disciplines with 1‑2 years of relevant fermentation or cell culture experience.
• Hands‑on experience in bioprocessing (fermenters, centrifugation, single‑use equipment and assemblies, aseptic technique).
• Ability to troubleshoot process failures related to equipment and identify root cause.
• Creative thinker that can identify better and more efficient methods to address issues and gaps.
• Demonstrate ability to work independently and on cross‑functional teams.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Enthusiastic learner.

Benefits

• Health benefits (healthcare, dental, and vision insurance) at a subsidized rate.
• Life insurance and disability program: 100% covered by Bionova.
• Retirement plan (401(k)) with up to 8% employer match.
• Paid time off: up to two weeks, 10 days of holidays, and 5 days of sick leave.

Equal Opportunity Employer

As an equal opportunity employer, Asahi Kasei believes a diverse workforce will provide us with the ability to continuously support the changes in the economy, society, and environment.