Senior Scientist – Analytical Development (Equity Eligible)

Vaxcyte, Inc.

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 165,000 - 193,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Vaxcyte, Inc. in San Carlos, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to lead analytical method development for biologics and vaccine programs.

The candidate will design development strategies, drive optimization, and align with regulatory expectations while mentoring junior team members. The role requires hands-on laboratory expertise, experience with modern analytical techniques (HPLC/UPLC, SEC, CE, ELISA), and a proven ability to generate clear technical summaries and

Qualifications

PhD/MS/BS with extensive analytical development experience.
Experience leading method development or optimization and audit readiness.
Strong data analysis, problem-solving, and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Lead method development and optimization for biologics/vaccine programs.
Define strategies, critical attributes, and qualification approaches.
Mentor junior staff and maintain high-quality documentation.
Prepare and review methods, SOPs, and technical reports.
Ensure audit/inspection readiness and compliance.

Skills

Analytical method development

Troubleshooting

Leadership / mentoring

Cross-functional collaboration

Data analysis

Technical writing

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related

MS in related field

BS in related field

Tools

HPLC/UPLC

SEC

UV-Vis

SDS-PAGE

icIEF

Mass Spectrometry

ELISA

Job description

Vaxcyte, Inc. in San Carlos, CA is seeking a Senior Scientist, Analytical Development to lead analytical method development for biologics and vaccine programs.

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