Planet Pharma · 22 hours ago
Analytical Operations Associate Scientist
Foster City, CA
Contract
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expPlanet Pharma is seeking a highly motivated Associate Scientist to support purification process development during pivotal and commercial development phases. This role focuses on high-throughput purification of upstream/cell culture samples and the development and optimization of purification assays using state-of-the-art automation platforms.
BiotechnologyHealth CarePharmaceutical
Hiring Manager
Michael Sullivan
Responsibilities
Execute highthroughput purification (HTP) workflows for upstream/cell culture samples to support process characterization
Operate, optimize, and maintain automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan and Hamilton platforms
Develop, qualify, and refine HTP purification assays and microscale purification methods
Collaborate with upstream teams to ensure timely sample processing and data delivery
Contribute to experimental design and execute purification process development and characterization experiments
Conduct bench scale purification studies using chromatography, filtration, and microscale systems
Collect, analyze, and interpret experimental data in compliance with data integrity expectations
Prepare high quality protocols, reports, and electronic laboratory notebook documentation
Support implementation of new purification technologies, instrumentation, and platform enhancements
Maintain a state of the art purification lab, including instrumentation readiness and workflow improvements
Partner with upstream, downstream, and cross functional colleagues as needed on development and characterization initiatives
Follow all compliance, training, and safety requirements
Qualification
Required
M.S. with 2+ years or B.S. with 4+ years of relevant industry experience in chemical engineering, biochemistry, bioengineering, or related discipline
Expertise developing and executing HTP purification assays, including automated liquid handling systems such as Tecan, Hamilton, and microscale chromatography platforms
Experience with chromatography (e.g., AKTA, plate-based), filtration, and standard downstream techniques
Strong analytical, documentation, and problem solving skills
Ability to work both independently and in collaborative, fast paced environments
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
Company
Planet Pharma
Planet Pharma is a pharmaceuticals company.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Cynthia Lewis
Senior Executive Recruiter, Life Sciences - PPG Advisory Partners
Emma Morris
President, PPG Advisory Partners
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