Sr. Scientist/Scientist II (formulation/delivery systems)

The Opportunity:

The scientist II position will support development of saRNA encapsulation methods. The scope will include support of process and product development activities and the execution of developmental stability studies and support of platform development.

The Role:

• Execute downstream steps such as lipid nanoparticle encapsulation, TFF and absolute filtration

• Perform intermediate testing to understand process performance and product quality

• Record and summarize data 

• Work with the in vitro transcription, formulation and drug product teams

• Interact with research and analytical teams

• Perform tasks under limited supervision

• Work with junior team members, serve as mentor

• Provide support on reviewing documentation in notebooks, present data in group meetings

• Ensure all experimental procedures and documentation are compliant with highest quality and regulatory standards.

• Partner with diverse team members from various functions, countries and members at various levels in the organization.

• Function effectively as core team member.

• Interface with electronic business systems (e.g, LIMS, SAP, EDMS)

• Serves as interface between BPD and Operations, and represents BPD department in cross-functional forums to support manufacturing and QC

• Use scientific and statistical knowledge to support product, process development and process deviation investigations

• Generates a supportive business case, and supports cross-functional teams to deliver those opportunities

• Complete individual training and maintains a state of compliance

• Adhere to all safety requirements

• Support communication/updates as required

Your skills and experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree and 6-8 years of experience, Master’s degree with 5-6 years of experience or a Ph.D. with 3-4 yrs. experience in related scientific field.

• Candidates with more experience are encouraged to app

• Requires conceptual knowledge of encapsulation techniques and filtration

• Experience with nucleic acid synthesis and separation methods is highly desired

• Experience and knowledge of LNP and nucleic acid detection and quantitation is desired

• Provides technical advice on issues within own discipline

• Demonstrated competencies in ethics and values, integrity and trust, decision quality, functional/technical skills, peer relationships, perseverance and problem solving

• Experience in biopharmaceutical process development is desirable

• Effective delivery of objectives in a complex matrix environment

Our Benefits

CSL Seqirus employees that work at least 30 hours per week are eligible for benefits effective day 1. We are committed to the wellbeing of our employees and their loved ones. CSL Seqirus offers resources and benefits, from health care to financial protection, so you can focus on doing work that matters. Our benefits are designed to support the needs of our employees at every stage of their life. Whether you are considering starting a family, need help paying for emergency back up care or summer camp, looking for mental health resources, planning for your financial future, or supporting your favorite charity with a matching contribution, CSL Seqirus has many benefits to help achieve your goals.

Please take the time to review our benefits site to see what’s available to you as a CSL Seqirus employee.

About CSL Seqirus

CSL Seqirus is part of CSL Limited (ASX: CSL). As one of the largest influenza vaccine providers in the world, CSL Seqirus is a major contributor to the prevention of influenza globally and a transcontinental partner in pandemic preparedness. Learn more about CSL Seqirus.

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