Job Description
Job Description Our Scientists are our Inventors. We deliver robust scientific data and interpretation that drives the commercialization of breakthrough therapeutics using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities and modern equipment. Our ability to excel depends on the integrity, knowledge, imagination, skill, diversity and teamwork of people like you. To this end, we strive to create an environment of mutual respect, encouragement and teamwork. As part of our global team, you'll have the opportunity to collaborate with talented and dedicated colleagues while developing your career.
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The Analytical Research and Development, Cell Based Sciences team in Rahway, NJ is seeking a motivated scientist with technical expertise in Biologics Potency assays in drug Development. More specifically, the ideal candidate will be a recognized expert developing mechanism-of-action reflective potency assays for the development of therapeutic proteins, monoclonal antibodies, antibody-drug conjugates, and/or new modality-based products.--
The successful candidate is expected to provide scientific expertise, and creativity to solve complex project problems across the large molecule portfolio.-They will be accountable to deliver and inspire scientific evaluation and implementation of innovative and disruptive technologies and approaches.-Responsibilities include assay development, representing the group on product development teams and supporting defining the potency strategy for a portion of our large molecule portfolio, method development and testing, and scientific mentoring.-The candidate will be expected to effectively communicate with stakeholders in partner organization and to management and governance teams.-
- Education Minimum Requirement:- - • ------ Ph.D. in analytical chemistry, molecular biology, cell biology, or related field with a minimum of 4 years of industry experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
• ------ OR M.S. with a minimum of 8 years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
• ------ OR Bachelor's with a minimum of
12 years of experience in the Biopharmaceutical Industry.
- Required Experience and Skills:- • ------ Expertise in cell biology and immunology, with application to solve complex scientific and operational challenges related to designing and developing GxP potency assays to support a variety of large molecule modalities, preferably with experience in new modality-based therapy development.-
• ------ Experience in mentoring peers.
• ------ Expertise in a variety of functional potency assay technologies, such as cell line engineering to build reporter gene assays, cytotoxicity assays.-
• ------ Expertise in binding assays such as immunoassays.
• ------ Strong knowledge and statistical skills for interpretation of potency data in context of broader process and product development.-
• ------ Working knowledge of regulatory guidance and quality standards, with experience authoring and reviewing regulatory submissions and responses (biologics license application submission) and interacting with Health Authorities is a plus.
• ------ External scientific engagement that may include a combination of publications, industry white paper contributions, presentations at scientific meetings.
• ------ Ability to excel in a team-based environment, partnering and influencing in a professional and positive manner.
• ------ Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
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Expected US salary range:
$139,600.00 - $219,700.00
Available benefits include bonus eligibility, long term incentive if applicable, health care and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, paid holidays, vacation, and sick days. A summary of benefits is listed here .
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Relocation: VISA Sponsorship: Travel Requirements: Flexible Work Arrangements: Not Applicable
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