Associate Scientist III, Process Development - Downstream

Associate Scientist III, Process Development, Downstream

Position Summary:

Catalent Maryland Inc is a growing Biotech Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with an internationally recognized tradition of quality and service. Catalent provides process development and GMP manufacturing services for Phase I - III clinical trials and commercial products. Catalent Maryland provides gene therapy and viral vector-based therapies to industry leaders as well as innovative start-ups utilizing novel technologies to produce state-of-the-art vaccines and therapies for people when they are most in need. As a Catalent employee, you will actively contribute to delivering our services and products to customers and their patients.

The Process Development Department is responsible for upstream and downstream process development, pilot scale execution, and tech transfer of developed processes to GMP manufacturing.

This individual performs collaboratively and productively as an Associate Scientist III Downstream Development and actively engages in process development within a dynamic project team. Displays strong technical knowledge, initiative, and scientific commitment and makes significant technical contributions within the Process Development Group. Maintains openness to understanding areas outside of the primary function in order to foster continuous improvement.

Catalent is committed to a Patient First culture through excellence in quality and compliance, and to the safety of every patient, consumer and Catalent employee.

This is a full-time, salaried position: Monday – Friday, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.

The Role: 

• Downstream processing of macromolecules expressed in mammalian cell lines, insect cells, or microbes
• Development and execution of bench scale to large scale purification protocols
• Interaction with appropriate analytical and upstream functional areas for purification and analysis of target molecules
• Deploys knowledge and technical skills to independently design and execute studies and builds credibility within group by performing high quality work
• Follows standard operation procedures, protocols, and maintains training
• Manages data, and completes batch records, experimental records according to GDP
• Documents and effectively communicates results of individual executed work through summary presentations, discussions with supervisor, and department meetings on a regular basis
• Manages samples and inventory related to each experiment and assists with lab maintenance, stocking, cleaning, and troubleshooting equipment
• Participates in project team decision-making processes by actively engaging in scientific and technical discussions.
• Accommodates occasional weekend and evening work
• Other duties as assigned.

The Candidate:

• Degree in Engineering or Life Science plus appropriate years of relevant experience (B.A./B.S. with 3+ years, M.S. with 1+ year, or Ph.D. with 0-1 year of relevant experience).
• Hands-on experience with AKTA chromatography systems, UNICORN software, and chromatography column packing required.
• 3+ years of experience in viral vector, protein, or plasmid purification preferred.
• Experience in downstream process development for AAV/virus/VLP/protein production preferred.
• Proficiency in chromatography, filtration, centrifugation, and virus removal/inactivation methods preferred.
• Strong skills in document writing, data analysis, report preparation, and teamwork, with knowledge of GMP operations and process tech transfer; experience in biotech or pharma is a plus.
• The position involves regularly sitting, standing, and walking for extended periods, occasionally lifting 5-40 pounds, and working on-site in a BSL 1/2 laboratory environment. The role requires the use of both laboratory and office equipment, with office-related tasks performed in a shared office space adjacent to the lab.

The anticipated salary range for this position in Maryland is 74,080 - $101,860 plus annual bonus, when eligible. The final salary offered to a successful candidate may vary, and will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to: the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, skillset, education, business needs, etc. Catalent is a multi-state employer, and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

Why you should Join Catalent:

• Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
• Diverse, inclusive culture.
• Potential for career growth on an expanding team.
• Cross-functional exposure to other areas within the organization.
• 152 hours of paid time off annually + 8 paid holidays.
• Medical, dental, vision and 401K benefits effective day one of employment.
• Tuition Reimbursement.

Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career! Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference. 

personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.

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Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.

If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to [email protected]. This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.

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