MSAT Scientist

NCSL International; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Johnson & Johnson in Wilson, NC seeks an MSAT Downstream Scientist to support downstream process development and tech transfer for biotherapeutics.

You will perform reduced-scale chromatography and filtration studies in the MSAT lab, write protocols, prepare buffers, analyze data, and assist process validation and investigations.

The role requires a B.S. or M.S. in biology/bioprocess engineering and hands-on AKTA/UNICORN experience; strong collaboration and regulatory awareness are essential.

Qualifications

• B.S. with 2+ years or M.S. with 0–2 years relevant experience.
• Experience in chromatography purification, viral filtration and UF/DF for mAb purification.
• Hands-on with lab-scale chromatography systems (AKTA/UNICORN); develop Unicorn methods and pack columns.
• Excellent oral and written communication with strong technical writing.
• Self-motivated with regulatory and technical developments awareness.
• Strong collaboration in a multi-functional team.
• Able to adapt to rapid changes in project priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support MSAT laboratory start up activities including SOPs, instructions, and instrument commissioning.
• Conduct reduced-scale chromatography and filtration studies; write protocols and reports.
• Maintain lab readiness: sample management, equipment calibration, maintenance.
• Collaborate with manufacturing to collect and process samples in the MSAT lab.
• Support training on new processes and use of lab equipment.
• Promote lean principles and cross-functional collaboration.

Skills

Chromatography purification

Viral filtration

Ultrafiltration

AKTA/UNICORN

Technical writing

Team collaboration

Regulatory awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, or similar

M.S. degree in a relevant field

Tools

AKTA/UNICORN

Job description

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com.

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

Job Function:

Supply Chain Engineering

Job Sub Function:

Process Engineering

Job Category:

Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations:

Wilson, North Carolina, United States of America

Job Description:

About Innovative Medicine

Our expertise in Innovative Medicine is informed and inspired by patients, whose insights fuel our science‑based advancements. Visionaries like you work on teams that save lives by developing the medicines of tomorrow.

Join us in developing treatments, finding cures, and pioneering the path from lab to life while championing patients every step of the way. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

J&J is expanding our manufacturing capacity with $2 billion investment to support strong portfolio growth and continue delivering breakthrough innovation and transformational medicines for patients. The new facility will expand production of innovative biologic medicines in areas including oncology, immunology, and neuroscience. J&J's significant supply chain investment ensures a resilient and reliable future supply of medicines to meet accelerating demand for our current portfolio of medicines and our future innovations.

Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/innovative-medicine

We have a great opportunity for an MSAT Downstream Scientist to join our team; located in Wilson, NC!

Manufacturing Science and Technology (MSAT) manages the process technology platform strategy for the production of biotherapeutics in the new Bio‑Processing Facility in Wilson, North Carolina. We are responsible for Process & Cleaning Validation, Standardization of Equipment for New Product Introduction, and Life Cycle Management (LCM) of our commercial production processes.

In this critical role within the MSAT team, the downstream scientist will support reduced scale downstream model studies in the lab. This position will also support commercial product introduction through technology transfer, assist process validation, and provide technical support for manufacturing investigations and health authority inspections.

Key Responsibilities:

• Support MSAT laboratory start up activities including the preparation of SOPs and working instructions, as well as coordinating laboratory instrument installation, commissioning and qualification.
• Conduct reduced scale chromatography and filtration studies in the MSAT lab including writing protocols/reports, preparing buffer/reagents, and conducting data analysis.
• Maintain lab readiness including sample management, equipment calibration/verification, and maintenance.
• Collaborate with the manufacturing operations department to collect samples from the production floor and process the samples in the MSAT lab.
• Support training within the group on new processes, procedures, and use of equipment in the lab.
• Foster a culture of lean principles and continuous improvement within the department while promoting collaboration with internal and external partners.

Qualifications

Education:

• A minimum Bachelors Degree in Biology, Pharmacy, Chemical Engineering, Bioprocess Engineering, or similar field required

Experience and Skills

Required:

• B.S. with a minimum 2 years of relevant experience or M.S. with 0-2 years relevant experience
• Proven experiences in chromatography purification, viral filtration, Ultrafiltration/Diafiltration for monoclonal antibody purification processes.
• Strong hands‑on laboratory mindset and experiences with laboratory scale chromatography purification systems (AKTA/UNICORN), with the ability to develop the Unicorn methods/recipe, pack columns and execute experiments.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills. Strong technical writing capability with keen attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated with a dedication to staying up to date with regulatory and technical developments in the industry.
• Strong collaboration skills in a multi‑functional team environment.
• Consistent track record to adapt to rapid changes in project priorities and requirements.

Preferred:

• Prior experience working in a regulated biologics or pharmaceutical manufacturing environment.
• Experience in lab digital projects (e.g. lab electronic notebook implementation, integration of lab equipment into data systems).

Other:

• Full‑time on‑site support.
• Availability of occasionally working non‑standard hours

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If you are under 18 years of age, you (the candidate) may need to obtain the necessary working papers or other documentation required by state law to start the assignment, as well as get a parent's consent for the background check.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants' needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers, internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

Required Skills:

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Computerized Equipment Skills, Corrective and Preventive Action (CAPA), Emerging Technologies, Execution Focus, Gemba Kaizen, Issue Escalation, Lean Supply Chain Management, Process Control, Process Engineering, Process Oriented, Product Improvements, Project Engineering, Safety‑Oriented, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) Application, Situational Awareness, Technical Research, Technologically Savvy