Downstream Process Development Scientist I/II

KBI Biopharma; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a candidate to support downstream process development activities, including experimentation, data analysis, and drafting technical documents. The role involves evaluating new downstream technologies to improve process efficiency and maintaining equipment.

The position requires a BS with 0–4 years or an MS with 0–2 years, with experience in GMPs and good communication skills to meet client deadlines. Flexibility in hours is needed to support downstream processes.

Qualifications

• BS in biotechnology or related field with 0–4 years experience or MS with 0–2 years experience.
• Research Associate II requires a BS degree and 2+ years experience or a MS 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.

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

Skills

Downstream process development

Chromatography equipment

Data analysis

Technical writing

Customer service

GMP knowledge

Education

BS in biotechnology or related field

MS in biotechnology or related field

Tools

Chromatography equipment

Job description

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a candidate to support downstream process development activities, including experimentation, data analysis, and drafting technical documents. The role involves evaluating new downstream technologies to improve process efficiency and maintaining equipment.

The position requires a BS with 0–4 years or an MS with 0–2 years, with experience in GMPs and good communication skills to meet client deadlines. Flexibility in hours is needed to support downstream processes.