Scientist I or II - Biologics Downstream Process Development - FSP

We are looking to fill a Scientist 1 or 2 – Biologics Downstream Process Development position working as a full‑time employee of Parexel FSP on long‑term assignment onsite at one of our clients located in Rahway, NJ. This position offers full benefits, sick time, 401(k), paid holidays, and paid time off. This role does not offer sponsorship.

B.S./M.S. in chemical engineering, biological sciences, microbiology, structural biology, or related field and relevant years of experience as listed below.

• Scientist 1 – B.S. with 0–1 years of experience
• Scientist 2 – B.S. with 1–2 years of experience; M.S. with 0–1 years

• Basic understanding of biochemical and biophysical properties of proteins.
• Knowledge of analytical characterization methods for proteins, particularly HPLC or UPLC‑based separation methods such as size exclusion or ion exchange chromatography.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to multitask.
• Ability to work within a team environment.
• Rigorous documentation of data in electronic lab notebooks.

• Knowledge or experience with laboratory automation tools such as robotic liquid handlers (e.g., TECAN).
• Knowledge or experience with purification unit operations such as chromatography and filtration.

• Independently execute high‑throughput chromatographic purification to support process development of programs at various stages in the pipeline.
• Complete analytical characterization of purified samples using HPLC/UPLC‑based methods.
• Perform lab‑scale chromatography and filtration experiments.
• Document results in laboratory notebooks and contribute to technical reports.
• Collaborate with upstream and downstream process development and process analytical groups, coordinating submission schedules with multiple stakeholders.
• Contribute to a safe and compliant laboratory work environment.