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Those who join Emergent BioSolutions feel a sense of ownership about their future. You will excel in an environment characterized by respect, innovation and growth opportunities. Here, you will join passionate professionals who advance their scientific, technical and professional skills to develop products designed-to protect life.

Conduct pre-formulation and formulation development studies for liquid, frozen and lyophilized drug products. Develop characterization methods for in-process, bulk drug product, and final drug product samples to establish product and process knowledge.

Optimize formulations and formulation processes to ensure superior stability and manufacturing feasibility under GMP conditions. Perform stability and characterization studies for R&D and clinical drug product samples. Determine leading formulations for clinical trials and support technology transfer of formulation processes to GMP manufacturing site.

Support interface with external clients / sponsors as well as Emergent functions such as analytical development, quality, upstream and downstream drug substance operations, and CMO manufacturing sites. Ensures work is completed within schedule and budget and in compliance with applicable Regulatory/Quality standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. * Utilizes broad knowledge and application of scientific theories and principles to resolve issues related to formulation and drug product manufacturing tasks.
* Develop appropriate assays to measure the content and purity of the active pharmaceutical ingredient, excipients, and adjuvants in the liquid, frozen, and lyophilized dry products.
* Develop physicochemical characterization assays and apply them at different stages of product development.
* Plan, perform and execute pre-formulation/formulation studies, short and long-term stability and compatibility studies and experiments to support client product/process development projects, animal toxicity studies, CTM phase I/II/III studies and more.
* Establish, troubleshoot, and execute traditional and advanced formulation processes, including formulation/filtration/fill, nanoparticle formation, lyophilization
* Perform analytical and physicochemical characterization testing to support above activities
* Perform data analysis using appropriate statistical methods.
* Review and interpret data and present to immediate supervisor, team members, clients and upper management on regular basis.
* Prepare technical reports, regular project reports, presentations for internal and external audiences, and other documentation reflecting project(s) progress.
* Write SOPs, protocol, monographs and technical reports; seek approval from management and R&D QA.
* Satisfactorily completes all development, cGMP/GLP and safety training in conformance with Departmental requirements.
* Where applicable, performs job responsibilities in compliance with cGMP/GLP and all other regulatory agency requirements.
* Performs other duties as assigned. The above statements are intended to describe the nature of work performed by those in this job and are not an exhaustive list of all duties. Nothing in this job description restricts managements right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time which reflects management's assignment of essential functions. MINIMUM EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, SKILLS
Education: BS or MS degree with minimum of 3 years of industry experience. Experience: Experience in developing formulations / formulation processes for vaccine and biologic drug products for sterile parenteral administration in both pre-clinical and clinical studies are required. Preparation of study protocols and reporting conclusions from scientific data in the fields of chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics, or related fields. Independent development of suitable methodology, study designs, and data analysis approaches to address scientific questions. Experience in analytical techniques to include particle characterization (e.g. DLS, flow microscopy, SEM, FTIR), characterization of lyophilized products (e.g. Karl Fischer, residual moisture, DSC), and protein analytical methods. Knowledge: Expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts of chemistry and biochemistry as related to formulation and formulation process development. Strong knowledge of aseptic formulation and processing technologies for formulation/fill/finish processes for biological products. Knowledge of DoE and JMP analysis, GLP or cGMP requirements, and regulations / guidelines in pharmaceutical industry (FDA, USP, EU, others) is preferred. Skills: Ability to work to tight deadlines and adapt to changing priorities in a fast-paced environment. Self-motivated and able to independently solve complex problems. Understanding in the selection of appropriate stability indicating techniques for evaluation of formulations. Understanding and hands-on experience in characterizing stability of drug products. Successful applicants for this position that are required to be onsite at any Emergent site at any time, must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as a condition of employment, subject to legally required exemptions. There are physical/mental demands and work environment characteristics that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. This information is available upon request from the candidate. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform all essential functions.
Emergent BioSolutions is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and values the diversity of our workforce. Emergent does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), gender identity or gender expression (including transgender status), sexual orientation, age, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, physical or mental disability, military service or veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
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Inotiv s accelerating growth is fueled in part by a drive to contemporize and innovate across the organization. As Inotiv leverages internal collaboration and diversification to offer best-in-class service to customers, they are committed to continuously accelerate bioanalytical method development and validation processes without any compromise to quality. Collaborate with the scientists to develop innovative bioanalytical techniques in support of contemporary therapeutic strategies discovered by Inotiv s client base. Ensure compliance is maintained, continuing Inotiv s phenomenal track record of successful FDA audits.

We are looking to add an Associate Scientist. The Associate Scientist is responsible for independently designing, analyzing, and executing complex experiments and writing and reviewing documents, with minimum supervision, in compliance with the IVS Quality Management System (QSR) and applicable regulations.

NOAA OER is looking for an Associate Scientist / Data Analyst to create data synthesis and visualization products and/or reports of these data including, but not limited to, seafloor mapping data, species occurrence data, and environmental data.

Position can be offered remote for candidates that are within driving distance to Lancaster

The Associate Scientist I will be a member of Drug Substance department within Development Services focused on Upstream Process Development.

Associate Scientist I Bacterial Mutation

Associate Scientist II - Scorer

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.)

– OR –

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years experience working in a research laboratory

– OR –

Associate degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 4+ years experience working in a research laboratory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of a research laboratory
• Experience in cell/tissue culture and aseptic technique
• Possess good interpersonal and strong written/verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated and detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Possess the ability to multitask and work independently or in a team environment with minimum supervision
• Good computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets and database software applications, specifically MS Office (Word and Excel)

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of in vitro or in vivo Comet assays or tests required to characterize a product or material safety
• Maintain sterile and good cell/tissue culture techniques
• Prepare study reagents in accordance with SOPs and study instructions
• Use and maintain scientific equipment, instrumentation and computer
• Conduct pre-designed or custom assays using laboratory techniques and skills
• Perform in vivo Comet tasks such as: necropsy, tissue collection, tissue processing slide preparation and electrophoresis
• Make scientific observations, maintain detailed data books/documentation, and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards and GLP regulations
• Analyze data and interpret results with input from senior staff, as needed
• Ensure all testing guidelines are followed for assays performed
• Perform peer review of study data and lab support records
• Keep the next level manager and Study Director informed of study status, technical problems and other issues which impact the lab/study
• Address quality audit findings and generate deviations in the quality system, as needed
• Maintain an understanding of scientific guidelines, technological principles and applications of the organization’s services
• Receive instructions on new assignments from the Laboratory Manager or designee and Study Directors
• Must be able to work with no direct supervision on routine tasks and receive minimal supervision while performing assigned assays
• May assist in the training of others and can be the technical lead on studies
• Contribute ideas to improve standard laboratory techniques, protocols, processes and equipment
• Attend pre-planning, or operational team meetings, as needed
• Demonstrate consistent good communication and interpersonal skills with employees, management and clients (as applicable)
• Perform other job duties, as assigned

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attend continuing education courses or webinars, as appropriate

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 1+ years experience working in a research laboratory.

– OR –

Associate degree in a scientific discipline (i.e., Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 3+ years experience working in a research laboratory.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Life Science, Chemicals or Healthcare industry knowledge preferred
• Experience in cell/tissue culture and aseptic technique
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to prioritize, organize and manage time effectively

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable

Position Responsibilities:

• Perform a wide variety of in vitro assays or tests required to characterize product or material safety
• Maintain sterile and good cell/tissue culture techniques
• Prepare study reagents in accordance with SOPs and study instructions
• Use and maintain scientific equipment, instrumentation and computer systems
• Conduct pre-designed assays using basic laboratory techniques and skills
• Make scientific observations, maintain detailed data books/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards and GLP regulations
• Perform peer review of data and lab support records
• Keep the next level manager and Study Director informed of study status, technical problems and other issues which impact the lab/study
• Address quality audit findings and generate deviations using the quality system, as needed
• Receive instructions on new assignments from the laboratory manager or designee and study directors
• Attend pre-planning, or operational team meetings, as needed
• Perform other job duties, as assigned

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attend continuing education courses or webinars, as appropriate

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.)

– OR –

Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 2+ years working in a research laboratory

– OR –

Associate degree in a scientific discipline (i.e. Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry, etc.) with 4+ years experience working in a research laboratory

Preferred Qualifications:

• Working knowledge of a research laboratory
• Experience in cell/tissue culture and aseptic technique
• Possess good interpersonal and strong written/verbal communication skills
• Highly motivated and detail oriented with good organizational skills
• Possess the ability to multitask and work independently or in a team environment with minimum supervision
• Good computer skills in word processing, spreadsheets and database software applications, specifically MS Office (Word and Excel)
• Working knowledge of microscopes (light and fluorescent)
• Experience in slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations and micronuclei induction preferred, but not needed

Corporate Responsibilities:

• Adherence to laboratory health and safety procedures
• Adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
• Adherence to applicable company policies and guidelines
• Adherence to federal and/or local regulations, as applicable

• Position Responsibilities:

• Perform slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations or micronucleus in human peripheral blood and cell lines (eg. CHO and TK6) for in vitro cytogenetics
• Perform slide evaluation of chromosome aberrations and micronucleus in rats or mice for in vivo cytogenetics
• Prepare study reagents in accordance with SOPs and study instructions
• Perform tasks to support a wide variety of assays required to characterize a product or material safety
• Maintain sterile and good cell/tissue culture techniques, as needed
• Make scientific observations, maintain detailed data books/documentation and ensure all documentation fulfills generally accepted professional/industry standards and GLP regulations
• Analyze data and interprets results with input from senior staff, as needed
• Ensure all testing guidelines are followed for assay tasks performed
• Perform peer review of study data and lab support records
• Keep the next level manager and Study Director informed of study status, technical problems and other issues which impact the lab/study
• Address quality audit findings and generate deviations in the quality system, as needed
• Maintain an understanding of technological principles and applications of the organization’s services
• Must be able to work with no direct supervision on routine tasks and receive minimal supervision while performing assigned projects.
• Troubleshoot project challenges and instrument issues
• Contribute ideas to improve standard laboratory techniques, protocols, processes and equipment
• Use and maintain scientific equipment, instrumentation and computer systems
• Demonstrate consistent good communication and interpersonal skills with employees, management and clients (as applicable)
• May assist in the training of others and can be the technical lead on studies.
• Attend, pre-planning, or operational team meetings, as needed.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Professional Responsibilities:

• Attend continuing education courses or webinars, as appropriate.

Work Authorization: UCAR/NCAR will sponsor a work visa to fill this position. Benefits: UCAR's rich package of employee benefits includes medical, dental, vision, education assistance, retirement, and life insurance. UCAR offers a variety of programs designed to assist with work-life balance including flexible work alternatives, paid time off and 14 weeks of paid parental leave.

Tonix is currently constructing its own Advanced Development Centre (ADC) facility which will be ready for commissioning in New Bedford, MA in Q1, 2022. The position will be based in this New Bedford facility once open and operational.

The method development staff scientist supports multi-disciplined studies, generates critical scientific results, solve problems, communicates with clients and internal stakeholders and interprets data of a scientific nature.

Our client, a growth-stage biotech company in Maryland is hiring a key member for their development team. Reporting to the Director of Technical Operations, the Scientist will be responsible for performing a diverse range of analytical methods to test all the unique proteins in development. Additionally, the Scientist will perform general laboratory duties in support of other research & development work streams.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform analytical testing and data review for lot release and stability according to written procedures

• The R&D Analytical scientist will use a variety of instrumentation and methods of analysis including, but not limited to SDS-PAGE, HPLC, A280 analysis, HCP/DNA analysis, Octet, cIEF, and Western blot

• Author, revise and/or review SOPs, protocols, reports and other relevant documentation

• Participate in analytical method development, method qualification and technical transfer activities

• Maintain laboratory and equipment in accordance with written procedures

• Perform analytical quality investigations, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• PhD with a minimum of two 2 years of relevant experience required, or MS degree with 5+

Competencies

• Working independently with minimal instruction and a good problem solver

• Providing technical help and troubleshooting for existing laboratory processes and instrumentation

• Assisting in the installation and validation of new equipment and analytical tools and training new and existing personnel on equipment and procedures

• Ability to navigate and be successful in a fast-paced work environment

• Effective collaboration skills with other team members to deliver results

• Detail oriented, good documentation practices, technical writing, and presentation skills

• Proficiency with electronic/digital platforms such as Electronic Lab Notebooks/LIMS, SharePoint, MS Office

The George Mason University, College of Science, Center for Collison Safety and Analysis, invites applications for a Research Scientist to perform analyses in the area of transportation safety.

STR is a rapidly growing technology company with locations north of Boston, MA, Arlington, VA and near Dayton, OH.

ObjectVideo Labs, a subsidiary of Alarm.com is looking for a Research Scientist II to join our growing R&D team.

Overview

Axle Informatics is a bioscience and information technology company that offers advancements in translational research, biomedical informatics, and data science applications to research centers and healthcare organizations around the globe. With experts in biomedical science, software engineering, and program management, we focus on developing and applying research tools and techniques to empower decision-making and accelerate research discoveries. We work with some of the top research organizations and facilities in the country including multiple institutes at the National Institutes of Health (NIH).

Axle is seeking a highly ambitious, adaptable, structured, and detail-oriented Analytical Development Scientist to join our vibrant team at the National Institutes of Health (NIH), supporting the Analytical Development team within the Vaccine Production Program (VPP) of the Vaccine Research Center (VRC) at the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases (NIAID). The position location is Gaithersburg, MD .

Responsibilities

• Provide analytical methods development to support NIAID Vaccine Research Centers vaccine product pipeline and monoclonal antibody projects.
• Provide centralized analytical development program, from sample testing, method development, and method transfer to investigations.
• Analyze unique problems involved with regulatory requirements and related scientific analysis. Interact with scientists from other organizations or institutions involved in similar or related research projects.
• Perform comparability assessments of bioanalytical techniques.
• Support Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) activities for Investigational New Drug (IND) applications such as provide regulatory submission sections on physicochemical methods and comparability; resolve internal comments; and address regulatory agency questions.
• Design experimental approaches to provide critical evaluation of scientific data, mentor scientific staff and collaborate with other scientists; integrate and start-up new technologies within the laboratory. Draft and data verification of CMC sections of IND and BLA.
• Interact with students, post-doctoral fellows and non-doctoral research technicians on experimental design and laboratory-based methodologies.
• Perform and lead analytical experiments with proteins using blotting techniques such as dot/slot and western blots; agarose and acrylamide gel electrophoresis procedures; high-throughput epitope-screening and characterization assays such as Octet biolayer interferometry; flow cytometry techniques and analysis techniques; immunological assays such as neutralization and ELISA assays.
• Perform and lead physical chemical analysis including colorimetric content analysis, purity /impurity /affinity chromatography analysis, and enabling characterization analysis such as mass spectrometry and NMR, etc.
• Perform method development, optimization, and qualification for technology transfer, validation, and regulatory submission support.
• Provide analytical support for product specification, characterization, qualification assessment, and comparability.
• Perform and lead in-process testing and analytical investigations for mAb and novel molecules. Coordinate with manufacturing Quality Control (QC) testing.
• Collaborate with process development, QC, and research teams to support pipeline advancement.

Key Competencies

• Displays an in-depth knowledge of drug development.
• Develops solutions to complex problems requiring ingenuity and creativity.
• Decisions or recommendations consistently result in achieving one or more key project objectives
• Has demonstrated leadership through project team participation, internal consulting, and mentoring.
• Displays a clear understanding of departmental direction and is expected to voice opinions and ideas.
• Displays knowledge about how the organization works. Can solve problems through formal channels and informal networks.
• Work is performed with limited direction.
• Has latitude in determining scientific objectives of assignment.
• Frequent inter and intradepartmental collaborations.
• Has external alliances.
• Demonstrates ability to resolve conflicts between team members.
• Demonstrates the ability to effectively explain complex scientific concepts to a broader, diverse audience.

Education:

• PhD in Biology, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Immunology, or related science discipline or MS with five (5) years of specialized experience.

Benefits

• 100% Medical Dental & Vision Coverage for Employees
• Educational Benefits for Career Growth
• Paid Time Off (Including Holidays)
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Profit Sharing
• 401K Matching
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
• Flexible Spending Accounts:
• • Healthcare (FSA)
  • Parking Reimbursement Account (PRK)
  • Dependent Care Assistant Program (DCAP)
  • Transportation Reimbursement Account (TRN)

The diversity of Axles employees is a tremendous asset. We are firmly committed to providing equal opportunity in all aspects of employment and will not tolerate any illegal discrimination or harassment based on age, race, gender, religion, national origin, disability, marital status, covered veteran status, sexual orientation, status with respect to public assistance, and other characteristics protected under state, federal, or local law and to deter those who aid, abet, or induce discrimination or coerce others to discriminate.

Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process please contact careers@axleinfo.com

Disclaimer: The above description is meant to illustrate the general nature of work and level of effort being performed by individuals assigned to this position or job description. This is not restricted as a complete list of all skills, responsibilities, duties, and/or assignments required. Individuals may be required to perform duties outside of their position, job description or responsibilities as needed.

Staff Scientist to our Research and Development Team. The Staff Scientist is a subject matter expert, responsible for managing the development of projects, competently interacting with collaborators and other departments, and writing and reviewing documents in compliance with the IVS Quality Management System (QSR) and applicable regulations.

As we expand our research across multiple technology pillars, we are looking for a motivated, passionate, and self-driven research scientist with breadth and depth across systems software, platform architecture, OS internals, I/O, CPU, and XPU virtualization, high-performance networking, and cloud-scale architecture.

Headquartered in Mountain View, California, in the heart of the Castro Street downtown --- an easy walk from restaurants, coffee shops, the Stevens Creek Trail, and Caltrain commuter rail.

As an operations research scientist, you will interact with our clients to understand their use cases and will be developing model-based optimization tools to tackle customers computational challenges.

Following multiple partnerships with many leading Pharmaceutical companies and research institutes, we have a robust and rapidly expanding portfolio of projects and we are looking to substantially expand our technology team and are now adding a key appointment to our group, a Molecular Dynamics Research Scientist.

Interact with senior Army staff supporting behavioral health research, advise as needed

The network security research scientist will develop innovative solutions to solve hard, real-world networking problems.

Location: Gaithersburg, MD US We are seeking a motivated scientist with demonstrated experience in cellular therapy, immunology and/or oncology to join our team in Gaithersburg, US. About Our Gaithersburg Oncology Hub Our Gaithersburg, Maryland facility creates life-changing medicines for people around the world. The Gaithersburg site offers a variety of amenities to help boost productivity and help keep our employees happy and healthy.

The network security research scientist will develop innovative solutions to solve hard, real-world networking problems.

Location: US-MD-College Park