Senior Scientist, Proteins, Analytical Development (1 of 2)

6084-Janssen Research & Development, LLC Legal Entity; Malvern (Chester County); Sur place; USD 110 000 - 170 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Johnson & Johnson is seeking two Senior Scientists, Proteins Analytical Development, to drive development, validation, and transfer of separation assays for protein biotherapeutics including monoclonal antibodies and antibody-drug conjugates. You will lead analytical projects supporting early to late phase development and commercial manufacturing, working in a dynamic, innovative team.

The role emphasizes leadership, robust analytical skills, and strong collaboration with process development,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. with 2+ years or equivalent biochemical experience.
• Advanced degree with relevant experience in protein analytics preferred.
• Strong publication and scientific writing skills are a plus.

Responsabilités

• Develop, validate, and transfer biochemical methods (CE, HPLC) for protein biotherapeutics.
• Serve as analytical technical expert during method development and regulatory inspections.
• Lead analytical projects and collaborate with cross‑functional teams across development and manufacturing.
• Author/review methods, validation/transfer protocols, technical reports, and regulatory documents.

Connaissances

Biochemistry

Analytical development

Capillary electrophoresis

HPLC

DoE

Method validation

Leadership

Communication

Formation

Ph.D. in Biochemistry or related field (2+ years)

M.S. in Biochemistry or related field (5+ years)

B.S. in Biochemistry or related field (12+ years)

Outils

HPLC instrumentation

Capillary electrophoresis

Description du poste

Job Information

Job Function: Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function: Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category: Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations: Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

About Innovative Medicine

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Role Overview

We are searching for the best talent for two Senior Scientists, Proteins, Analytical Development. Purpose: The Therapeutics, Development, and Supply (TDS), Proteins Analytical Development (AD) group is seeking two Senior Scientists to support our dynamic Analytical Development Separation Sciences team. The experienced and motivated Senior Scientists will be responsible for development, validation, and transfer of separation assays for protein biotherapeutics including but not limited to monoclonal antibodies, bi- and tri-specific antibodies and antibody drug conjugates to be used in support of clinical and commercial development. You will work and grow in an environment that values innovation, leadership, scientific excellence, urgency, and personal accountability.

Responsibilities

• Develop, validate, and transfer biochemical methods such as capillary electrophoresis (CE) and HPLC methods for characterization and quality control of biopharmaceutical products
• Serve as the analytical technical expert during method development, investigations, and regulatory inspections
• Seek and implement innovative technology and approaches for analytical method development to meet increasing analytical challenges for new modalities
• Lead one or more analytical projects and partner with process development scientists, analytical integrator, QC scientists to support programs ranging from early phase through late phase clinical development and commercial manufacturing
• Provide deep analytical expertise for programs ranging from early phase through late phase clinical development and commercial manufacturing
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives for methods, processes, and scientific procedures
• Analyze and communicate complex data clearly and succinctly
• Write, review, and approve methods, validation/transfer protocols, technical reports, SOPs and present data to peers and functional management
• Author/review relevant sections of regulatory filings including but not limited to INDs, IMPDs and BLAs and address inquiries from the health authorities
• Contribute to improvement in laboratory operations to increase efficiency and GMP compliance

Qualifications / Requirements

Education: Ph.D. with 2+ years, a master's degree with 5+ years, or a bachelor's degree with 12+ years of relevant biochemical work experience. Degrees in biochemistry or related scientific fields preferred.

Experience and Skills

Required

• Strong Biochemistry background
• Strong analytical problem-solving skills for developing creative, innovative solutions, and meeting project objectives
• Proven scientific expertise with extensive hands‑on experience in protein isolation and separation techniques, including electrophoresis and chromatography
• Knowledge of method robustness, DoE, method design and familiarity with assay validation parameters
• Excellent organization, communication, presentation skills and scientific/technical writing skills
• Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and negotiation skills with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic work environment and collaborate with cross‑functional teams

Preferred

• In‑depth large molecule Analytical Development experience with focus on Separation methods such as HPLC and capillary electrophoresis techniques
• Experience with commercialization of therapeutic proteins
• Must be meticulous, highly organized, and able to manage multiple tasks, handle tight timelines and deliver quality data
• Ability to make timely decisions and operate efficiently in times of ambiguity

Employment

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, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Manufacturing and Control (CMC), Coaching, Consulting, Critical Thinking, Drug Discovery Development, Emerging Technologies, Molecular Diagnostics, Pharmacogenetics, Pharmacovigilance, Process Improvements, Quality Assurance (QA), Relationship Building, Research Documents, Scientific Research, Technologically Savvy

Company Culture

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments are smarter and less invasive, andsolutions 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 https://www.jnj.com/.