Boehringer Ingelheim · 14 hours ago
Scientist III/ IV: Purification Assessment and Analytics, Biotherapeutics
Ridgefield, CT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$90K/yr - $147K/yr
3+ years expBoehringer Ingelheim is currently seeking an innovative and ambitious Scientist III/IV, Biotherapeutics Purification Assessment and Analytics to join our Biotherapeutics Discovery department located at our Ridgefield, CT facility. The role involves conducting protein purification and analytics to support the development of protein biotherapeutics, requiring strong analytical skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across functional areas.
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Responsibilities
Plan, coordinate and perform purification of biotherapeutic proteins using standard chromatography methods (Affinity capture, SEC, CEX, AEX, MMC, HIC). Troubleshoot complex systems as necessary through process development
Perform standard analytical techniques to assess protein purity, stability and quality (HPLC-SEC, SDS-PAGE, CGE, DLS)
Evaluate new technologies and process changes to improve the productivity, quality and consistency of standard platform processes
Perform stage appropriate purification assessments, including screening of protein behaviors and attributes in relevant process conditions, interpret and present findings to other Biotherapeutics Discovery colleagues
Develop novel analytical methodologies and evaluate new technologies to improve purification team capabilities
Contribute to broader research goals in areas related to protein biochemistry aimed at developing a better understanding of therapeutic protein structure, stability, dynamics, and function
Provide protein biochemistry and protein purification support for other scientists across Biotherapeutics Discovery; perform other tasks as assigned by manager in a timely manner
Improve data quality, consistency, and throughput using automation and analysis scripts. Identify opportunities for innovative automation strategies to streamline operations and boost workflow efficiency
Comply with all applicable regulations, perform all work in a safe manner; maintain proper records in accordance with SOP’s and policies
Qualification
Required
Master's Degree from an accredited institution with three-plus (3+) years of experience in related scientific discipline, OR Bachelor's Degree from an accredited institution with seven-plus (7+) years of experience in related scientific discipline or equivalent experience in related field
Master's degree plus six (6) years industry experience in related field or Bachelor's degree plus ten (10) years industry experience in related field or equivalent
Considerable experience with protein purification techniques such as affinity chromatography, ion exchange chromatography (AEX,CEX), Mixed mode chromatography (MMC), and/or Hydrophobic interaction chromatography (HIC)
Experience conducting standard protein analytics to assess quality and stability (SDS-PAGE, CGE, U/HPLC, DLS)
Strong grasp of protein biochemistry principles underpinning protein interactions, stability, and biotherapeutic quality attributes
Creative problem solving with a high level of initiative and ability to work independently as well as collaboratively
Good record-keeping and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail
Excellent writing, presenting, and communicating skills
Preferred
Knowledge and experience with protein expression preferred
Experience with data analysis software and/or modern computer programming languages (MATLAB, Mathematica, Python, SQL, or Java); experience in statistical and DOE software (JMP, R, Minitab, Statistica) is beneficial
Familiarity with lab automation is preferred
Benefits
Role specific variable or performance based bonus
Other compensation elements
Company
Boehringer Ingelheim
Boehringer Ingelheim is a group of pharmaceutical companies that focuses on prescription medicines and animal health. It is a sub-organization of Boehringer Ingelheim.
Founded in 1885Ingelheim Am Rhein, Rheinland-Pfalz, DEU
10001+ employees
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