Scientist, Process Sciences

Scientist, Process Sciences Overview

• The Scientist, Process Sciences will focus on developing and scaling oligonucleotide manufacturing processes.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize and transfer processes to manufacturing organizations.
• Perform laboratory-based experimental work to support drug substance development and process optimization.
• Author and review technical protocols, reports, and manufacturing documentation adhering to regulatory guidelines.
• Contribute to strategic discussions and present progress at scientific meetings.
• Work in a fast-paced environment requiring strong operational execution and problem-solving skills.
• Utilize expertise in chemistry and chemical engineering to design practical manufacturing processes.
• Engage in hands-on process development and analytical methods for product characterization.
• Collaborate closely with QA, QC, and external manufacturing organizations for process transfer and optimization.

Scientist, Process Sciences Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Conduct laboratory experiments to support oligonucleotide drug substance development and process optimization.
• Independently execute experiments and analyze results to improve manufacturing processes.
• Author and review technical documentation, including protocols, reports, and manufacturing guidelines.
• Collaborate with analytical development, QA, QC, and external organizations for process transfer and optimization.
• Apply chemistry and engineering principles to design scalable manufacturing processes.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and procedural guidelines in all activities.
• Participate in strategic discussions and present findings at internal and external scientific forums.
• Utilize hazardous chemicals safely in laboratory experiments and process development.
• Support the characterization of small molecules and oligonucleotide APIs.

Scientist, Process Sciences Job Requirements

• Master’s degree in chemistry, chemical engineering, or biochemical engineering required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in oligonucleotide therapeutics process research and development preferred.
• Proficiency in designing and developing practical manufacturing processes for small molecules and oligonucleotides.
• Hands-on experience in process development and analytical methods for product characterization.
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience with HPLC and other standard analytical techniques required.
• Comfortable working in a laboratory environment with hazardous chemicals.
• Open to candidates with higher education and experience levels.