GMP, Associate Scientist/Engineer I, Analytics

Duke Careers; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 48,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Duke University invites applications for the GMP Associate Scientist/Engineer I within the GMP Analytics – Duke Human Vaccine Institute. The role supports development, qualification, and execution of analytical methods for GMP production of vaccine products and therapeutics.

The successful candidate will typically hold a bachelor’s degree in a science, engineering, or related field and contribute to analytical development, method qualification, formulation development, and regulatory-compliant

Qualifications

• Generally requires a bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or related field.

Responsibilities

• Perform pharmaceutical development and successful GMP release including: Analytical development Develop product specific release and characterization methods
• Qualify methods for product release and complete comprehensive characterization of clinical lots.
• Complete GMP testing in line with ICH and regulatory guidance.
• Formulation development Develop formulations to stabilize vaccine products.
• Employ analytical characterization tools to inform product formulation design
• Lead formulation & filling of vaccine products including, tech transfer and production under GMP conditions.
• Execute and document development and GMP activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with other development teams to provide support for development activities and will work diligently with other development functions to understand how the production process changes impact product quality.
• Compile data and perform analysis and interpretation and draw conclusions regarding progress and results of work, utilizing the data in appropriate decision making; summarize data, present results and propose next steps to advance development.
• Write and reviews development reports; writes protocols for tech transfer and SOPs for GMP production, and presents data to project teams and larger settings.

Education

Bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or related field

Job description

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Work Arrangement: On-Site

Requisition Number: 274361

Regular or Temporary: Regular

Location: Durham, NC, US, 27710

Date: Sep 1, 2026

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GMP ASSOCIATE SCIENTIST/ENGINEER I

GMP Analytics – Duke Human Vaccine Institute

Be You.

Position Overview:

The Associate Scientist I will support the development, qualification and execution of analytical methods to enable optimization of processes, formulations and characterization of vaccine products. This incumbent in this position will be involved in pharmaceutical and analytical development for GMP production of vaccine products and therapeutics.

Minimum Requirements:

• Generally requires a bachelor's degree in a science, engineering, or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• N/A

Be Bold.

Position Description:

• Perform pharmaceutical development and successful GMP release including: Analytical development Develop product specific release and characterization methods
• Qualify methods for product release and complete comprehensive characterization of clinical lots.
• Complete GMP testing in line with ICH and regulatory guidance.
• Formulation development Develop formulations to stabilize vaccine products.
• Employ analytical characterization tools to inform product formulation design
• Lead formulation & filling of vaccine products including, tech transfer and production under GMP conditions.
• Execute and document development and GMP activities in compliance with regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate closely with other development teams to provide support for development activities and will work diligently with other development functions to understand how the production process changes impact product quality.
• Compile data and perform analysis and interpretation and draw conclusions regarding progress and results of work, utilizing the data in appropriate decision making; summarize data, present results and propose next steps to advance development.
• Write and reviews development reports; writes protocols for tech transfer and SOPs for GMP production, and presents data to project teams and larger settings.

Choose Duke.

Join our award-winning team and be part of an inclusive culture that values excellence, innovation, and discovery. Duke University is consistently ranked among the top universities worldwide and is renowned for its cutting-edge research across disciplines. Beyond the engaging work, you'll also benefit from Duke's competitive benefits package, including health insurance plans, generous paid time off, retirement programs with employer contributions, tuition assistance for employees and their children, and more.

Anticipated Pay Range:

Duke University provides an annual base salary range for this position as USD $48,137.00 to USD $86,631.00. Duke University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position; candidate's work experience, education/training, and key skills; internal peer equity; as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.

Your total compensation goes beyond the dollars on your paycheck. Duke provides comprehensive and competitive medical and dental care programs, generous retirement benefits, and a wide array of family-friendly and cultural programs to eligible team members. Learn more at: https://hr.duke.edu/benefits/

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Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

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