Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc. · 17 hours ago
Scientist, Early Stage Formulation
Gaithersburg, Maryland, United States of America
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$81K/yr - $122K/yr
2+ years expAstraZeneca is a biopharmaceutical company dedicated to creating life-changing medicines. The Scientist in Early Stage Formulation Sciences will be responsible for designing and developing drug product presentations from pre-clinical through Phase 3 clinical trials, focusing on formulation and process development of biologics.
BiotechnologyHealth CareMedicalTherapeutics
Responsibilities
Perform research in state-of-the-art laboratories that are focused on formulation and process development of biologics
Evaluate protein formulation development, characterization, and stability testing
Contribute to advancing AstraZeneca's pipeline of diverse antibody modalities
Drive innovation across a variety of scientific domains
Make in-depth experimental observations, analyze and interpret experimental results, and present scientific data
Act as Functional representative on CMC teams
Author CMC sections for regulatory filings
Qualification
Required
M.S. in Chemical/biochemical engineering, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences or related field with a minimum of 2 years of relevant industry experience
Experience with formulation development, biophysical characterization, and stability testing of proteins
Science oriented, highly motivated self-starter with drive to succeed
Meticulous in execution of laboratory experiments and reporting
Good communication skills, strong interpersonal skills, and ability to thrive in an interdisciplinary fast paced environment
Preferred
Knowledge of stability and rheological properties of high concentration biologics formulations
Knowledge of antibody formulation liabilities, formulation interactions, and desired properties like binding, stability, and developability
Familiarity with antibody structure, different antibody modalities including multi-specifics and antibody-conjugates, and degradation mechanisms
Familiarity with different routes of administration (intravenous, subcutaneous), delivery devices, and combination products
Knowledge of Design of Experiments and statistical principles
Ability to work effectively as an individual contributor and as a team member within a matrix environment
Benefits
Eligibility for various incentives
Opportunity to receive short-term incentive bonuses
Equity-based awards for salaried roles
Commissions for sales roles
Qualified retirement programs
Paid time off (i.e., vacation, holiday, and leaves)
Health, dental, and vision coverage
Company
Alexion Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Alexion, AstraZeneca Rare Disease is focused on pioneering new possibilities for the rare disease community.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.8M2020-12-12Acquired
1999-02-12Post Ipo Equity· $5.8M
1996-02-29IPO
Leadership Team
Frederic Chereau
SVP, Strategy and Business Development
Imran Shakur
Director, IRT and Technology Lead
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