Precigen · 15 hours ago
Associate Scientist- Process Dev. Downstream and Formulation
Germantown, MD
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expPrecigen is a dedicated commercial, discovery and clinical stage biopharmaceutical company advancing the next generation of gene and cell therapies. The Associate Scientist - Process Development Downstream and Formulation will support all CMC aspects of late stage to commercialization of adenovector products, performing hands-on work in process development labs and assisting in formulation development activities.
BiotechnologyLife ScienceMedicalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Perform hands on work in the process development labs to execute experiments with downstream vector purification systems such as ultracentrifuges, chromatography systems, and tangential flow filtration (TFF)
Assist in formulation development activities including excipient screening, stability studies and commercial in-use conditions of adenovector products
Hands on experience in analytical assays like HPLC, DLS, ELISA, SDS-PAGE
Document study results in notebooks, forms, and technical reports
Communicate and present scientific findings in process development groups
Qualification
Required
BS or MS in Chemical Engineering, Biotechnology or another relevant engineering / scientific qualification. Level will be determined based on education and experience
Minimum three (3)+ years of hands-on laboratory experience in Downstream purification or Drug product development
Strong computer skills with Microsoft Office and the ability to quickly learn new applications
Experience in Summarizing and presenting data and authoring technical reports
Perform hands on work in the process development labs to execute experiments with downstream vector purification systems such as ultracentrifuges, chromatography systems, and tangential flow filtration (TFF)
Assist in formulation development activities including excipient screening, stability studies and commercial in-use conditions of adenovector products
Hands on experience in analytical assays like HPLC, DLS, ELISA, SDS-PAGE
Document study results in notebooks, forms, and technical reports
Communicate and present scientific findings in process development groups
Must be able to lift, carry, push and/or pull 40 pounds of equipment or supplies
May need to work with hazardous materials
Able to stand up to 4 hours at a time
Preferred
Critical thinking and strong quantitative and analytical skills
Self-organizer, meticulous hands-on habits, keen attention to detail
Perform other responsibilities to support the needs of the department, as assigned
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills are essential in this collaborative work environment
Ability to understand and execute the company's mission and values
Maintain a high degree of ethical standard and trustworthiness
Exhibits an open mindset when approaching challenges and conflict
Ability to think and adapt to a rapidly changing environment and demands
Company
Precigen
Precigen is a life sciences company researching and developing bio-therapeutic control systems to minimize toxicity.
51-200 employees
H1B Sponsorship
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2023 (1)
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$809.8MKey Investors
Pharmakon AdvisorsPatient Capital ManagementThird Security
2025-09-02Post Ipo Debt· $100M
2024-12-27Post Ipo Equity· $79M
2024-08-06Post Ipo Equity· $30M
Leadership Team
Rutul R. Shah
Chief Operating Officer
Bryan T. Butman
Senior Vice President and Head of CMC
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