Associate Scientist - Biology

Position: Associate Scientist - Biology I*
Currently we have an opening for a Development Associate II / Associate Scientist – Downstream Process position located in Foster City, CA. Details for the position are as follows:

Development Associate II / Associate Scientist – Downstream Process
Foster City, CA
Pay: $41.23
Duration:1 yr

Key Responsibilities

· Plan and execute downstream purification and scale-up activities including filtration, chromatography, and buffer preparation.

· Support upstream operations as needed to ensure seamless end-to-end process execution.

· Monitor, analyze, and interpret process and performance data; prepare clear summaries of findings as appropriate.

· Maintain laboratory readiness, including equipment maintenance, analytical instrument upkeep, consumable inventory management, and general lab support.

Communication & Collaboration

· Present data, results, and conclusions in group meetings and cross functional discussions.

· Communicate technical information clearly and effectively to colleagues at varying levels.

· Work with a team-oriented, collaborative, and solutions-focused mindset.

· Maintain a strong safety focus in all laboratories and pilot operations.

Required Qualifications

· Hands-on experience with downstream purification operations, including centrifugation, chromatography, TFF, and depth filtration.

· Proficiency with AKTA systems and UNICORN programming.

· Practical experience in chromatography column operations, including resin packing and unpacking at various scales (e.g. 4.4 to 30 cm internal diameter columns).

· Strong verbal communication, technical writing, and documentation skills.

· Ability to work effectively in cross functional teams and in a dynamic environment.

· Self-motivated, organized, and comfortable with scientific problem solving.

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