Lead Downstream Process Development Scientist

KBI Biopharma, Inc.; Boulder (CO); On-site; USD 133,000 - 167,000; Full time

Job summary

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead downstream purification development, drive technology transfer, and mentor a team within the process development group.

The role requires strong scientific leadership, hands-on lab execution, and the ability to deliver high-quality documentation for client and regulatory use. The successful candidate will contribute to cGMP readiness, manage projects with minimal oversight, and support scope from development through transfer to

Qualifications

• Strong background in downstream purification and process development.
• Experience driving technology transfer to cGMP manufacturing.
• Ability to author technical reports and regulatory documents.

Responsibilities

• Execute process development, characterization, and tech transfer for microbial processes to a commercial cGMP facility.
• Coach and develop departmental scientists; guide professional growth of the team.
• Provide technical support for cGMP manufacturing including batch document review and deviation support.

Skills

Purification

Process development

Technology transfer

cGMP

Leadership

Training

Education

B.S. degree

M.S. degree

Ph.D.

Job description

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is seeking a Principal Scientist to lead downstream purification development, drive technology transfer, and mentor a team within the process development group.

The role requires strong scientific leadership, hands-on lab execution, and the ability to deliver high-quality documentation for client and regulatory use. The successful candidate will contribute to cGMP readiness, manage projects with minimal oversight, and support scope from development through transfer to