Associate Scientist/Scientist, Drug Product Development

Interius BioTherapeutics Is Seeking an Associate Scientist/Scientist, Drug Product Development to join us on our incredible journey

Can you see yourself as part of a growing team working to develop targeted vectors to reprogram cells in vivo for the treatment of devastating diseases? That’s what Interians are doing, right now. We are clinical stage biotech start-up developing a novel bioplatform for targeted gene delivery that enables the right payload to be delivered to the right cells in vivo. We are a rapidly evolving organization, where those who enjoy the challenges and rewards of company-building will thrive.

As a highly motivated and creative scientist, you will bring your hands-on bench skills to support the development of our novel lentiviral vector products. You will join the Drug Product Development team responsible for formulation and drug product process development, scale-up, and technology transfer for novel lentiviral vectors being developed for in vivo gene therapy. Working alongside other scientists, you will contribute your expertise in supporting drug product development activities for multiple pipeline products. In this role, you will become comfortable with interactions at all levels in the organization, you see yourself as a quick learner, detail-oriented, a multi-tasker, self-reliant, problem-solving budding scientist with utmost integrity, and excellent interpersonal skills. You know you will thrive in the “roll-up your sleeves” biotech start-up culture where you are will learn from all those around you. The position is full-time, offers excellent benefits, and is based in Philadelphia, PA.

“We not only hire great talent, we hire good people” is how our CEO, Phil Johnson, addressed the company at a recent meeting. “People who others like to work with.” If you like what you read and can see yourself as an Interian, please apply.

Responsibilities:

• Independently plan and execute various viral vector formulation and drug product process development studies, including formulation, filling, freezing, drug product characterization and stability studies.
• Plan and lead experimental logistics, including scheduling, preparing/sourcing materials/media/buffers, and other consumables/reagents.
• Develop viral vector drug product characterization methodologies including but not limited to particle sizing techniques, flow cytometry, flow imaging and other virus characterization technologies.
• Design and conduct studies to select container closure, define storage conditions, dose preparation & administration instructions for pre-clinical and clinical studies.
• Drive innovation for viral vector formulation and drug product process development including and evaluation and developing new technologies.
• Be responsible for data collection, management, integrity and accuracy. Analyze and present data at team meetings and write technical reports.
• Participate in technology transfer of Drug product process and provide oversight as person in plant during manufacturing.
• Author and review documents including development study reports and contribute to pharmacy manual, regulatory filing documents,
• Contribute to a culture of scientific excellence and advancement, including knowledge of current landscape and external engagement with CDMOs and other partners.
• Demonstrate clear and professional verbal and written communication.

Qualifications:

•  MS in Pharmaceutical Sciences or Biochemistry with at least 2 years of relevant experience OR a BS with at least 3 years of relevant experience is required.
• Demonstrated competency and experience with biological, vaccine or preferably viral vector formulation and drug product development to enable GMP production.
• Experience developing drug product processes and procedures and transferring them to cGMP facilities is required.
• Ability to work independently on multiple programs and represent Drug Product at cross- functional teams.
• Ability to accurately analyze data, and effectively present complex data sets to the broader audience.
•  Effective communication skills, collaborative skills and demonstrated experience in providing integration of activities and delivering information across groups is required.
• Experience with developing/evaluating new technologies and new platforms to generate new research ideas and initiatives to build intellectual capabilities is preferred.
• Experience with authoring and reviewing regulatory filings (IND, IMPD, BLA, MAA) is preferred.

Interius BioTherapeutics is a small community of individuals, building together an organization celebrating an inclusive culture, guided by dignity and respect. Interius is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status or any other basis, protected by law.