Research Associate, Analytical Development

Elektrofi; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Stock Purchase Program

401(k) matching

Opportunities for development and progression

Comprehensive benefit program

Job summary

Elektrofi is seeking a Research Associate in Analytical Development in Boston, MA. In this role, you will conduct analytical testing for drug product particulates using microscopy and spectroscopic techniques, contributing to innovative drug delivery solutions.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and possesses hands-on microscopy experience. Join us to be part of a team dedicated to advancing patient care through state-of-the-art analytical techniques.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with microscopy techniques.
• Knowledge of GLP principles and documented experimental work.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine analytical characterization of particles.
• Accurately document experimental procedures and results.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners for analytical testing.

Skills

Microscopy techniques

Data analysis

Written communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical or Biological Engineering, Chemistry, or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Python

GraphPad Prism

Job description

Overview

Welcome to an inspired career. At Halozyme Hypercon, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Halozyme Therapeutics, Inc., we are reinventing the patient experience and building the future of drug delivery. We are passionate about the important work we do and constantly strive to do more. We embrace transformation and work hard to innovate for the future. We do this together, as One Team – we rise by lifting others up and believe in the power of working together for the collective win. That’s why we need you—to help us make a significant impact by taking on increasingly complex challenges, leaping beyond the status quo, advancing our mission and making our One Team culture thrive.

Join us as Research Associate, Analytical Development and you’ll be part of a culture that welcomes diversity, thinks differently to solve problems, works collaboratively as one team, and delivers meaningful innovations that impact people’s lives.

How You Will Make An Impact

The Research Associate, Analytical Development plays a key role in supporting the characterization and evaluation of drug product particulates using microscopy and spectroscopic techniques. This position executes routine analytical testing, ensures accurate data documentation in a regulated environment. Through strong attention to detail and collaboration with cross-functional teams, this role contributes to reliable analytical results and overall advancement of the analytical program.

In This Role, You’ll Have The Opportunity To

• Perform routine analytical characterization of particles under established methods, including microscopy techniques such as flow imaging microscopy to assess particle size, concentration, identification, and morphology.
• Execute visual inspection to assess drug product defects.
• Operate, maintain, and perform routine troubleshooting of analytical instrumentation (e.g., microscopes), including preparation reagents and standards.
• Accurately document experimental procedures, observations, and results in electronic laboratory notebooks in compliance with Good Laboratory Practice (GLP) and data integrity requirements.
• Perform routine laboratory activities such as buffer formulation, reagent preparation, pipetting, and sample handling with a high degree of accuracy and attention to detail.
• Support method qualification activities by executing assigned experiments and providing data and observations to supervising scientists.
• Collaborate with Analytical Development colleagues and cross functional partners (e.g., Process Development, Formulation Development, Manufacturing) to support analytical testing needs.
• Ensure laboratory safety compliance, proper instrument calibration, and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Biological Engineering, Chemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related discipline with 0–2 years of relevant industry experience.
• Hands-on experience with microscopy techniques. Preferably for characterization of particle.
• Experience with spectroscopic and other biophysical techniques is a plus (e.g. FTIR, circular dichroism, analytical ultracentrifugation).
• Experience with difficult-to-inspect parenteral products (e.g. suspensions, emulsions) is a plus.
• Working knowledge of data analysis and visualization tools, including Microsoft Excel, JMP, or GraphPad Prism. Experience with Python or R for advanced data analysis is desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to accurately document experimental work using electronic laboratory notebooks (ELN).
• Knowledge of GLP principles, data integrity expectations, and regulated laboratory practices.
• Ability to follow detailed experimental protocols.
• Strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to work effectively in a collaborative laboratory environment.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills for reporting data and experimental observations to supervising scientists.

Travel: May be required up to 5% of your time.

In Return, We Offer You

• Full and comprehensive benefit program, including an Employee Stock Purchase Program and 401(k) matching.
• Opportunities to grow in a culture that prioritizes learning, development and progression through in-house programs and tuition reimbursement.
• A collaborative, innovative team that works as one to amplify your impact on your career, the work you do and patients’ lives.

The most likely base pay range for this position is $58,000 - $80,000 per year. Several factors, such as experience, tenure, skills, and particular business needs, will determine an individual’s exact level of compensation. Base salary is only one element of employee compensation at Halozyme. Total compensation could include bonuses, sales incentives, and equity awards.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Halozyme Hypercon, Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. It is the policy of the Company to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race (including traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to: hair texture and protective hair styles), religion, religious creed (including religious dress and grooming practices), ethnicity, color, national origin, ancestry, age (40 and older), genetic information, disability (mental and physical, including HIV and AIDS), reproductive health decision-making, medical leave or other types of protected leave, domestic violence victim status, political affiliation, medical condition (including cancer/ genetic characteristics and information), sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital or familial status, citizenship, pregnancy (including perceived pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), military or veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

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Accessibility and Reasonable Accommodations

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Salary Description

$58,000 - $80,000