Scientist I, Analytical Development Biochemistry

Opportunity for Secondment to AskBio

Were pleased to share an exciting secondment opportunity at AskBio.

This role is available for a time period to be determined by leadership at both Bayer and AskBio. While most assignments range from one to two years the exact duration will be based on business needs and mutual agreement.

This secondment offers a unique chance to broaden your experience expand your knowledge and contribute meaningfully to AskBios mission: to advance gene therapy and change the lives of patients around the world.

If youre interested in exploring this opportunity we encourage you to:

• Speak with your direct manager to discuss your interest and alignment with your development goals.

• Apply directly using the link provided in the posting.

We look forward to seeing how our colleagues continue to grow and make an impact across the Bayer-AskBio partnership.

Our vision: Pioneering science to create transformative molecular medicines.

Our mission: Lead innovative science and drive clinical outcomes to transform peoples lives.

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Position Summary

The Scientist I Analytical Development will contribute to the design development qualification and execution of analytical assays to support product and process characterization process development MSAT non-clinical and GMP recombinant Adeno-associated virus (rAAV) vector manufacturing. This individual provides analytical test method development qualification and validation support along with analytical method tech transfer for future non-GMP and GMP drug substance/product release. Responsibilities include but are not limited to coordination of intra-team and inter-team efforts acting as subject matter expert and interacting productively with stakeholders. Other responsibilities include participating in the assessment and implementation of new analytical technologies in collaboration with other functional groups.

The Scientist I Analytical Development will report to the Senior Scientist Analytical Development and be based in the RTP NC area.

Job Responsibilities

• Design establish develop qualify and provide validation support for biochemical assays such as ELISAs HPLC (SEC RP IEX) Capillary Electrophoresis AUC Mass Photometry DLS residuals assays etc.

• Assist in design and execution of qualification/validation of developed analytical methods and tech transfer the methods internally and/or to partner CMO

• Provide analytical testing support for internal and external departments in order to assist in characterization of therapeutic targets

• Author development reports study protocols SOPs analytical assay tech transfer documents and any other relevant analytical documents

• Evaluate CRO/CMO test results and write summary reports of the results when needed

• Contribute to technical discussions and investigations within the analytical group and help support process development MSAT QC non-clinical and GMP manufacturing

• Act independently to define new assignments that generate innovative methods and procedures

• Bring in new ideas for characterization of AAV drug products

• Exhibit expert skills in synthesizing research findings and effectively communicating findings and recommendations to senior management independently

• Perform detailed organized formal record keeping

• Generate high quality data for presentations and publications

• Design and perform experiments independently provide oversight for junior lab members and work cross-functionally within the organization

• Perform detailed review of laboratory notebooks and data analysis

• Independently provide effective oversight and management of external vendors

Minimum Requirements

• MS with 6 years experience OR PhD with 0 years experience in Bioanalytical Chemistry Biochemistry Molecular Biology Biology Virology or related field

• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to interact effectively with people internally and externally

• Self-motivated organized capable of working independently as well as in a collaborative/group environment

• Expertise with method development with focus in separations (HPLC CE-SDS icIEF etc.)

• Knowledge of qualification and validation following regulatory guidelines (USP ICH etc)

• Excellent oral and written communication skills

• Good judgment and innovation to achieve a solution within standard practices and procedures

• Proven ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment meet deadlines and prioritize work on multiple projects

• Excellent technical laboratory skills with attention to detail and the ability to assume independent ownership of protocols/experiments

Preferred Education Experience and Skills

• Prior industry experience in gene therapy

• Experience working in a regulated environment with understanding of GDP and GMP requirements.

• Knowledge of qualification and validation following regulatory guidelines (USP ICH etc)

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