Downstream PD Research Associate I/II

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Research Associate II to support downstream process development activities for biopharmaceutical production. You will execute experiments, compile and analyze data, and draft technical documents to support client projects.

Candidates require a B.S. in biotechnology or related field (M.S. preferred) with 0–4 years (or 2+ years for Associate II). Experience with downstream development and chromatography equipment, plus GMP knowledge, is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience with downstream process development and chromatography equipment is required.
• Excellent written and communication skills for customer service and meeting deadlines.
• Knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support downstream process development activities including experiments, data analysis, and drafting technical documents.
• Assist in evaluating, developing, and implementing new downstream technologies for process improvements.
• Assist with preliminary scheduling including material, personnel, and equipment needs to meet performance guarantees.
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance.
• General lab organization.

Skills

Downstream process development

Chromatography equipment

Data analysis

Technical writing

Education

B.S. degree in biotechnology or related field

M.S. degree in biotechnology or related field

Tools

Chromatography equipment

Job description

Position Summary

Responsible for supporting process development activities for downstream production processes, instruments and equipment.

Position Responsibilities

• Support all downstream process development activities including execution of experiments, compilation and analysis of data and drafting of technical documents.
• Assist in the evaluation, development and implementation of new downstream technologies leading to process improvements and efficiency of operation.
• Assist with development of preliminary schedules along with material/personnel/equipment requirements to allow accurate and appropriate performance guarantees
• Equipment troubleshooting and maintenance
• General lab organization

Minimum Requirements

• B.S. degree in biotechnology or related (or equivalent training) with 0-4 years experience or a M.S. degree with 0-2 years experience.
• Research Associate II requires a B.S. degree and 2+ years experience or a M.S. degree.
• Experience with downstream process development and chromatography equipment required. Excellent written and communication skills for customer service and ability to meet strict client deadlines. Flexibility of hours to support downstream processes. Knowledge of GMPs and biotechnology-derived product regulations preferred.

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

I understand that neither the completion of this application nor any other part of my consideration for employment establishes any obligation for KBI Biopharma, Inc. to hire me. If I am hired, I understand that either KBI Biopharma, Inc. or I can terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, with or without cause and without prior notice. I understand that no representative of KBI Biopharma, Inc. has the authority to make any assurance to the contrary.

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