Biotech Research Associate: Formulation & Screening

Initial Therapeutics, Inc.; Emeryville (CA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

4DMT is seeking a hands-on scientist in Emeryville to support formulation development for biologics. You will conduct high-throughput screening, assist with prefilled syringe compatibility tests, and perform analytical measurements like MALS, DSF and DLS. Collaboration with PD and QC teams is essential for project progress.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, routine lab work, and adapting to evolving development programs in a late-stage biotech environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree required.
• 0+ years in biotech or related lab setting.
• Strong lab skills and accurate data organization using Excel.
• Experience with preformulation, formulation development or stability studies is preferred.
• Experience with biologics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Execute high-throughput formulation screening with documentation.
• Support prefilled-syringe and container compatibility assessments.
• Perform formulation analytics including SE-MALS, DSF, DLS, pH and osmolality tests.
• Collaborate with Upstream PD, Downstream PD and AD/QC.

Skills

Pipetting

Data analysis

Laboratory skills

Excel proficiency

Education

Bachelor of Science Degree

Tools

Size-Exclusion MALS

Differential Scanning Fluorimetry

Dynamic Light Scattering

pH testing

Osmolality testing

Prefilled Syringe development

Job description

4DMT is seeking a hands-on scientist in Emeryville to support formulation development for biologics. You will conduct high-throughput screening, assist with prefilled syringe compatibility tests, and perform analytical measurements like MALS, DSF and DLS. Collaboration with PD and QC teams is essential for project progress.

The role emphasizes accurate data handling, routine lab work, and adapting to evolving development programs in a late-stage biotech environment.