Process Development Associate

Title: Process Development Associate
Location: Thousand Oaks, CA
Work Arrangement: On-site
Duration: 1 year

We are seeking a quicker learner and detail-oriented, team-focused Process Development Associate to support the ATO Rapid Analytics (RA) group within Process Development. In a fast-paced, highly matrixed laboratory environment, this individual will perform product quality analyses and generate high-quality analytical data to meet project timelines and enable process decisions. The role partners closely with scientists and stakeholders across multiple sites and functional areas.

Key Responsibilities:
Analytical Testing
* Execute analytical tests within expected turnaround times, following approved methods and data integrity practices, using assays such as:
o Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC)
o Titer
o Cation Exchange Chromatography (CEX)
o Reduced Capillary Electrophoresis (rCE-SDS)
o Non-Reduced Capillary Electrophoresis (nrCE-SDS)
o Capillary Ion Electrophoresis Focusing (cIEF)
o ATOLL
Compliance and Documentation:
* Adhere to turnaround times and required metrics for high throughput samples.
* Document and review results in electronic laboratory notebooks in a timely manner.
* Author, review, and verify technical documents and reports.
Logistics and Planning:
* Manage logistics tasks including sample receiving and equipment maintenance.
* Monitor the safety and compliance status of the ATO RA lab.
Collaboration and Communication:
* Work with the development team to implement methods, analyze data, and interpret results.
* Provide technical input and generate written reports as needed.
* Communicate project updates effectively.
* Present scientific data in meetings.
Maintenance and Troubleshooting:
* Maintain lab instruments and follow equipment cleaning protocols.
* Solve technical problems related to instruments and assays.

Required Qualifications:
* Bachelor's degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).
* 0-2 years of relevant laboratory experience (industry, academic, or internship).
* Understanding with some hands-on experience with chromatographic and/or electrophoretic techniques is a bonus
* Strong attention to details.
* Ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely in a laboratory environment.
* Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Good understanding of liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis, with strong hands-on technical skills to address challenging technical issues.
* Strong ability to analyze and interpret analytical results.
* Excellent organizational and communication (oral and written) skills, with attention to detail.
* Strong interpersonal skills
* Ability to learn new technology quickly, multitask, and adapt in a dynamic environment.
* Possess a positive attitude and strong self-motivation.

Work Environment / Additional Information:
* On-site laboratory role; adherence to safety training, PPE, and site procedures is required.
* Work involves handling biological samples and operating analytical instrumentation.
* Documentation is maintained in electronic systems (e.g., electronic laboratory notebook); accuracy and data integrity are essential.
* May require flexibility to support project timelines (e.g., occasional schedule adjustments).

Red Flags:
* Poor communication skills
* Negative attitude
* Not a team player