Associate Scientist / Scientist I - AFS

At KBI Biopharma, we are advancing science and accelerating breakthroughs. As a global leader in biopharmaceutical development and manufacturing, we empower life science companies to bring new medicines and vaccines to the world faster. Explore your potential at KBI, where innovation meets impact. 

Position Summary:

Associate Scientist/Scientist I position in a growing team that supports a variety of analytical testing in support of the manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products in a contract development and manufacturing space.  

Responsibilities:

• Support in-process testing in support of the manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products
• Perform cGMP testing on product release and stability programs.
• Perform stability trending, provides support for troubleshooting and laboratory investigations.
• Regularly exercises technical discretion in the execution and interpretation of experiments that contribute to project goals. 
• Ensure accurate and complete documentation of results via electronic notebook, technical documents, power point, etc.
• Provide support for the review and approval of analytical test methods, study protocols and technical reports.
• Adheres to all safety requirements and assures that departmental employees comply with required safety procedures.
• Able to react to change productively and handle other essential tasks as assigned.

Requirements: 

• For Associate Scientist: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 5+ years’ experience or Master’s degree with 3+ years’ experience. 
• For Scientist I: Bachelor’s degree in a related field and 6+ years' experience or Master’s degree and 5+ years' experience or PhD and 0+ years' experience
• Experience with cGMP and biotechnology-derived product regulations a plus.
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Good critical thinking and scientific skills, with a demonstrated ability to analyze, interpret, and clearly present complex data with conclusions.

Salary Range:

Associate Scientist: $75,000 - $90,000

Scientist I: $90,000 - $110,000

KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.   

About KBI: 

KBI Biopharma, Inc., a JSR Life Sciences company, is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) providing fully integrated and accelerated drug development and biologics manufacturing services to life science companies. KBI supports its 500+ customers in advancing more than 160 drug candidates from preclinical and clinical stages to market, including the manufacture of ten commercial products. Recognized for quality manufacturing, KBI delivers robust process development and cGMP manufacturing services across its six global locations in the USA and Europe. For more information, visit www.kbibiopharma.com. 

KBI Biopharma, Inc. is an EEO/AA employer and actively seeks to diversify its work force. Therefore, all qualified applicants, regardless of race, color, national origin, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability or veteran status, are strongly encouraged to apply.

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