Research Associate, Process Development Downstream and Formulation
About The Position
Looking to join a passionate team dedicated to developing and manufacturing life-saving biopharmaceuticals? Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes. Your Role: We are seeking a highly motivated Research Associate to join our Process Development Downstream and Formulation Development team. The successful candidate will contribute to the development and optimization of purification processes and formulation development for protein-based biologics, including monoclonal antibodies (mAbs). This role involves hands-on laboratory work, analytical testing, and formulation development to support preclinical and clinical programs.
Requirements
- B.S. degree in a Biological Science.
- 1-2 years of relevant industry experience with demonstrated working knowledge of scientific principles.
- Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
Nice To Haves
- Master’s degree (MS) in Biochemistry, Chemistry, or related field.
- Hands-on experience in a laboratory setting, preferably in protein purification and analytical characterization.
Responsibilities
- Assist in downstream process development and routine purification of antibodies and proteins. Activities include but are not limited to buffer formulation development, buffer preparation, chromatography method development and execution, and filtration process development and operation.
- Assist in formulation development activities including excipient screening, stability studies and analytical characterization
- Assist in performing in-process and/or routine analytical assays to support downstream and formulation development effort. Assays will include protein concentration by A280, SDS-PAGE, Blue Native Page, IEF Gels, HPLC and/or ELISA assays.
- Assist in formulation and/or product stability studies with minimal supervision.
- Execute a process involving chromatography skid, filtration setup, and intermediate testing instruments with minimal supervision.
- Assist in scale up and process/tech transfer of buffer preparation (including low endotoxin buffers) and downstream process.
- Compile, analyze data, and write reports which will be presented in Process Development group meetings or to clients as needed.
- Evaluate new technic and/or products under guidance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- We offer competitive compensation packages for this role, including a base salary, performance-based bonuses, and comprehensive benefits such as health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and paid time off.
- Additionally, we offer opportunities for career growth and development as well as a supportive and inclusive work environment.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
