Process Development Scientist I

Our purpose is to bring hope to life by enabling life-changing therapies for patients around the globe, creating a healthier and happier tomorrow. Our mission is to work side by side with our customers in order to improve patients’ lives by bringing new biopharmaceuticals to market.

This is a Process Development Scientist I position in the Analytical and Formulation Development group.  The qualifying individual will be responsible for developing and executing analytical methods, with a focus on HPLC/UPLC and capillary electrophoresis.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute analytical method development and qualification for chromatography and CE methods
• Lead method transfer to Quality Control
• Provide technical support and troubleshooting to AFD and Quality Control
• Author analytical protocols and reports
• Work closely with team members to perform analytical testing in support of process development
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of results
• Prepare technical updates for client and internal review
• Work with clients and internal teams to ensure successful completion of contract manufacturing projects
• Guide and mentor junior team members in method development, troubleshooting and testing
• Contribute to laboratory operations and improvements

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated experience in chromatography and capillary electrophoresis method development
• Excellent technical writing and presentation skills
• Ability to problem solve and troubleshoot
• Must be dependable, detail oriented, and willing to perform both routine tasks and develop new skills
• Good interpersonal relationship skills required for working with customers

Education/Experience:

• BS/BA and 10+ years of experience, MS/MA and 4+ years of experience, or PhD or equivalent and 0-2 years of experience, may include postdoc experience. Equivalent education and experience may substitute for stated requirements.
• Prior experience must include analytical laboratory experience.

Compensation range:

• Process Development Scientist I: $94,000 – 129,000

Our culture at AGC Biologics is defined by the six core values: Knowledge, Trust, Quality, Ingenuity, Accountability and Teamwork. Our core values stem from our team members and are embedded into our DNA. They provide a common language and understanding of how we as an organization are connected across three continents. Our core values serve as a compass and reminder of how we achieve our purpose of bringing hope to life for patients around the globe. 

AGC Biologics is a leading global biopharmaceutical Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) with a strong commitment to delivering the highest standard of service as we work side-by-side with our clients and partners, every step of the way. We provide world-class development and manufacture of mammalian and microbial-based therapeutic proteins, plasmid DNA (pDNA), messenger RNA (mRNA), viral vectors, and genetically engineered cells. Our global network spans the U.S., Europe, and Asia, with cGMP-compliant facilities in Seattle, Washington; Boulder and Longmont, Colorado; Copenhagen, Denmark; Heidelberg, Germany; Milan, Italy; and Chiba, Japan. We currently employ more than 2,500 employees worldwide. Our commitment to continuous innovation fosters the technical creativity to solve our clients’ most complex challenges, including specialization in fast-track projects and rare diseases. AGC Biologics is the partner of choice. To learn more, visit www.agcbio.com.  Want to keep posted about our growth and learn more about our company? Follow us on LinkedIn and give us a quick Like on Facebook!

AGC Biologics offers a highly competitive compensation package and a friendly, collaborative culture that values personal initiative and professional achievement. AGC Biologics is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.