Biologics Formulation Development Research Associate

Elektrofi, Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 81,000; Full time

Job summary

Halozyme is seeking a Research Associate in Formulation Development to support the growth of its ultra-high concentration microparticle suspension platform. The role focuses on hands-on formulation studies and cross-functional collaboration with scientists and engineers to tackle complex challenges.

You will execute stability studies, optimize formulations for monoclonal antibodies, and maintain meticulous records while working with multi-disciplinary teams to advance drug delivery innovations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s with 0+ year’s experience in Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biology, or a related field.
• Hands-on experience with mAb formulation, tangential flow filtration (TFF) of protein solutions and aseptic handling techniques is desirable.
• Familiarity with standard office software (MS Office, Teams, SharePoint, JMP) and electronic laboratory notebooks.
• Demonstrated good laboratory skills, organizational skills, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work in multi-disciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Execute stability and forced degradation studies, including sample preparation, scheduled testing, product characterization, and data capture.
• Conduct formulation screening and optimization studies for monoclonal antibodies and other biologic modalities by preparing formulations that assess relevant compositional and processing parameters.
• Operate and maintain laboratory equipment in accordance with approved procedures and upscale unexpected observations or trends to senior team members in a timely manner.
• Maintain complete, accurate, and contemporaneous records in electronic laboratory notebooks, databases, and other development documentation as per established procedures.
• Collaborate with analytical development, process development, device, and other partner functions to coordinate samples, methods, data, and study deliverables.
• Manage assigned tasks and timelines across one or more studies while demonstrating reliability, attention to detail, scientific curiosity, and a willingness to learn.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

Protein formulations

mAb formulation

TFF

Aseptic handling

Laboratory skills

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field

Tools

MS Office

Teams

SharePoint

JMP

Job description

Halozyme is seeking a Research Associate in Formulation Development to support the growth of its ultra-high concentration microparticle suspension platform. The role focuses on hands-on formulation studies and cross-functional collaboration with scientists and engineers to tackle complex challenges.

You will execute stability studies, optimize formulations for monoclonal antibodies, and maintain meticulous records while working with multi-disciplinary teams to advance drug delivery innovations.