Senior Associate Scientist, Upstream Process Development
Senior Associate Scientist, Upstream Process Development
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$ 66500 - 110900
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Job Description
ROLE SUMMARY
A Senior Associate Scientist (R2) position is available in the Upstream Process Development group of Bioprocess R&D in USA - WA - Bothell. Were seeking a passionate and creative individual to join a dynamic team of scientists and engineers focused on developing robust scalable and high productivity cell culture processes for the manufacture of biological therapeutics for early- and late-phase clinical programs. The work will also involve working with pilot scale commercial and clinical production facilities to ensure accurate technology transfer and successful large-scale production. You may also be involved in cutting edge technology development projects that seek to discover broadly applicable methods to intensify microbial or mammalian cell culture.
What You Will Do
Design plan and execute experiments in shake flasks bench-top bioreactors and other appropriate scale-down equipment in the development laboratory.
Ensures timely effective and high-quality documentation in electronic laboratory notebooks and internal technical reports.
Communicate results and findings to stake-holders on a regular basis; presents data/strategy to colleagues and management in internal and external venues (technical meetings project team meetings and conferences etc.) as appropriate.
Assist in or lead the technology transfer of manufacturing processes to pilot clinical and commercial facilities. Provide support and troubleshoot during manufacturing campaigns as needed.
Work collaboratively with colleagues both within the group and cross-functionally; contribute to maintaining and improving upon our safe effective and efficient lab operations.
QUALIFICATIONS
Must Have
BS/BA with 2-4 years of experience or MS with 0-2 years of experience in Biotechnology Microbiology Cell Biology Chemical/Biochemical Engineering or other related disciplines.
Relevant research experience in a laboratory setting
Ability to grasp scientific concepts interpret complex data and formulate new hypothesis.
Requires competency in aseptic laboratory technique and the ability to design and carry out complex experiments and interpret data.
Requires demonstrated effectiveness in collaborative projects and ability to communicate effectively with scientists and management in a highly matrixed organization.
Nice To Have
Practical knowledge and/or experience with microbial/mammalian cell culture metabolism scale up GLP/GMP practices and technology transfers to pilot/commercial sites.
Team oriented with excellent oral and written communication skills.
Well organized and great attention to detail.
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift 30lbs (cell culture media/buffer bags)
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Occasional weekend work will be required
Other Job details
Work Location Assignment:On Premise
Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
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EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation age gender identity or gender expression national origin disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Required Experience:
Senior IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
