Senior Scientist Associate - U/HPLC

Location: Thousand Oaks, CA

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 36 months
• Pay Rate: $30.00 $34.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

This role involves participating in formulation and process development within a pharmaceutical/biotechnology environment, applying science and engineering skills to laboratory studies spanning UF/DF, filtration, freeze-thaw, stability, and analytical evaluation of product and process performance.

• Participate in the planning and design of formulation and process development studies by applying basic science/engineering skills and prior knowledge
• Participate in the execution and documentation of laboratory studies with a high degree of accuracy (e.g. UF/DF, filtration, freeze-thaw, stability)
• Evaluate product and process performance through analytical testing (e.g. U/HPLC, particle analysis, moisture content)
• Perform data analysis using statistical analysis software (e.g. JMP, SAS, etc.)
• Apply advanced digital tools to automate data structuring, analyze large and diverse datasets and build intuitive visualizations
• Author/review technical protocols and reports
• Participate in team meetings by sharing study designs, results and technical challenges

• Experience in U/HPLC of various method types
• UF/DF setup and operations
• Lyophilization

• Familiarity with pharmaceutical/biotechnology process development
• Knowledge of Drug Product unit operations (i.e., ultrafiltration/diafiltration, filling, filtration, mixing, etc.) and experience with relevant analytical techniques (i.e., SEC, CEX, HIAC, MFI)
• Understanding of physical/chemical stability of proteins and how process-related stresses impact molecule attributes and product quality; familiarity with ADCs is preferred
• Proficiency in at least one statistical software package (e.g., SAS, JMP, or Minitab)
• Ability to learn new techniques, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, keep accurate records, follow instructions, and align with company policies
• Self-motivation, adaptability, and a positive attitude
• Critical thinking, problem-solving, and independent research skills
• Good organizational skills with strong attention to detail
• Excellent communication (oral and written)

• Doctorate degree OR Master's degree and 2 years of experience OR Bachelor's degree and 4 years of experience
• Degree in Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biochemistry, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutics, or a related field preferred

• 1 years of experience in pharmaceuticals/biotechnology that includes process characterization, formulation development, equipment design and implementation, and technology transfers

• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

• Interview process: Phone interview to begin, with a follow-up panel for qualified candidates

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation, a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking, financial services, technology, life sciences, biotech, utilities, and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-14854

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