Scientist 2, Biology

Planet Pharma Group; Milpitas (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Planet Pharma seeks a Scientist III to support sustainment and continuous improvement of reagent and assay products throughout their lifecycle. You will work with cross-functional teams to ensure documentation is robust and compliant while enabling development pipelines.

You bring a strong background in immunology and flow cytometry, with proven ability to lead projects, author technical files, and participate in audits to keep products inspection-ready.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Life Science required.
• At least 5 years of related experience in a research, clinical/diagnostic, or biotech R&D environment.
• Strong understanding of immunology, flow cytometry, assay development or related cell-based research technologies.
• Experience authoring and reviewing technical documentation.
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently and collaborate across functions.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Support reagent and assay sustainment projects for marketed products.
• Review and approve technical documentation to support reagent and assay products.
• Review design history files, validation reports, risk assessments, technical files, and product specifications to ensure completeness and compliance.
• Ensure documentation aligns with quality system requirements and regulatory expectations.
• Support change control activities and assess impact of proposed changes.
• Serve as a technical SME during internal and external audits.
• Support preparation of audit readiness activities and ensure technical documentation is inspection-ready.
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Marketing, Manufacturing, Medical Affairs and Operations to support business objectives.

Skills

Immunology

Flow cytometry

Assay development

Technical documentation

Project leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science

Job description

We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow professionally before recruiting new talent to our open positions. If you think the open position you see is right for you, we encourage you to apply! Our people make all the difference in our success.

The Reagent & Assay Development Group focuses on providing differentiated reagent solutions that uncover truths in biology and medicine. Teams of hardworking scientists are responsible for initiating and driving the reagent and assay development projects and integrating assays and flow cytometry instruments to create the next generation of research and clinical Flow Cytometry platforms. Products include cell analyzers, cell sorters, reagents, assays and software. The Scientist III is responsible for supporting the sustainment and continuous improvement of reagent and assay products throughout their lifecycle.

Primary responsibilities:

• Support reagent and assay sustainment projects for marketed products
• Review and approve technical documentation to support reagent and assay products
• Review design history files, validation reports, risk assessments, technical files, and product specifications to ensure completeness and compliance
• Ensure documentation aligns with applicable quality system requirements and regulatory expectations
• Support change control activities and assess the impact of proposed product, process, or documentation changes
• Serve as a technical subject matter expert during internal and external audits
• Support preparation of audit readiness activities and ensure technical documentation is inspection-ready
• Partner with Regulatory Affairs, Quality, Marketing, Manufacturing, Medical Affairs and Operation teams to support business objectives

Minimum Qualifications:

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Life Science
• Minimum 5 years of related experience in a research setting, clinical/diagnostic laboratory, or pharmaceutical/biotechnology R&D environment
• Strong understanding of immunology, flow cytometry, assay development or related cell-based research technologies
• Experience authoring and reviewing technical documentation
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects independently and collaborate effectively across functions
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience with flow cytometry-based diagnostic products
• Experience supporting regulatory inspections and quality audits
• Familiarity with design controls, risk management, verification/validation, and change control processes
• Strong immunology, cancer biology and cell biology knowledge
• Experience in reagent and assay development
• Experience with product lifecycle management

Pay Range: 50-53/hr *based on experience