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TheSenior Process Engineer is responsible for designing, developing, optimizing and troubleshooting manufacturing processes in a manner that meets safety, quality and operational performance expectations. This position provides leadership and creativity in the formulation development, process development and optimization, scale up and manufacturing. The key function of this role is to identify and solve problems in the manufacturing process transfer and scale up, and deliver effective, safe and efficient manufacturing processes for parenteral drug products. The Senior Process Engineer is hands-on, able to handle multiple tasks with sound planning and communication and providing training and support to peers.

This role will:

• Analyze organic or inorganic pharmaceutical excipients to determine chemical or physical compatibilities with active drug molecules for the development of stable pharmaceutical product
• Evaluate changes in the composition/stability of pharmaceutical products due to changes in variables such as heat, light, or chemical catalysts for quantitative or qualitative analysis
• Propose and prepare formulations with different excipients or solvents to conduct experiments and analytical testing at laboratory scale
• Propose and develop lyophilization product and process or other complex formulation process such as liposome, TFF and viscous product
• Take an active part in scale-up and technology transfer of newly developed products from R&D to manufacturing
• Identify and order materials required to perform development and manufacturing
• Identify tooling and equipment required to perform development and manufacturing
• Create documents for laboratory/manufacturing operations and quality such as master batch records, study protocols, engineering batch record, process characterization reports, standard operating procedures (SOP), etc. Review these documents for their compliance with cGMP and FDA standards
• Due diligence on manufacturing process design and risk analysis to ensure operation safety, efficiency and quality
• Propose testing procedures for analyzing CQA and coordinate with quality control testing to ensure the quality of finished drug product
• Compile and analyze test information to determine process or equipment operating efficiency or to diagnose malfunctions
• Analyze in-process and release testing results to design, analyze, and control pharmaceutical manufacturing processes through the measurement of critical process parameters (CPP) which affect the critical quality attributes (CQA) of the pharmaceutical product
• Maintain ownership of assigned laboratory instruments to ensure proper working order and troubleshoot malfunctions when needed
• Study effects of various manufacturing techniques or packaging configuration on the composition or stability of pharmaceutical product
• Develop, improve or customize equipment, formulas, processes or analytical methods to maintain quality of pharmaceutical product
• Write technical papers or reports or prepare standards and specifications for processes, facilities, products, or tests
• Provide leadership in daily operations, and have employees incorporate these compliance practices into their daily routines
• Lead/support validation activities including equipment validation and process validation
• Lead problem solving and investigate quality events related to formulation process or batch records
• Propose and lead process improvement initiatives to improve operating performance and laboratory safety procedures to ensure compliance with the cGMP and FDA standards
• Lead or participate in root cause analysis and quality event investigation such as OOS and deviations
• Supervise, mentor and develop team members or relevant personnel across departments

This role requires:

• A minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical research and manufacturing
• Bachelor’s degree or above in Chemical Engineering, Chemistry, Biology or Pharmaceutical Science
• Experience in sterile manufacturing is preferred
• Experience in lyophilization and terminal sterilization techniques are a plus
• Knowledge of parenteral drug product manufacturing
• Proficient with calculation, data analysis, statistics and applied mathematics

Salary Range: $90,000k- $115,000 (depending on experience)

Vaxess is developing a pipeline of next-generation therapeutics on our novel micro-array patch platform. With only five minutes of wear-time on the skin, the Vaxess’ patch combines room temperature stability with simplified application to dramatically alter the way that drugs are delivered. Vaxess is committed to enabling products that are not only more effective, but also more accessible to patients around the world.

Research & development at Vaxess is cross-disciplinary, integrating mechanical, industrial, biomedical, and chemical engineering with chemistry, biology, and human factors to address important unmet medical needs. We are seeking a talented, collaborative, and highly motivated engineer to join our growing team. This role offers a unique opportunity to build manufacturing capacity from the ground up to bring innovative technology to the global vaccine and therapeutic market.

Responsibilities:

• Characterize and improve manufacturing process unit operations by designing, executing, and analyzing process development experiments; communicate results via written reports and oral presentations to internal and project teams
• Support manufacturing scale-up by assessing novel equipment, work flows, analytical techniques/PAT, and process configurations
• Support manufacturing operations by incorporating equipment and process improvements within established processes and equipment trains, and by revising manufacturing batch records, SOPs, and other controlled documents to reflect changes; contribute to implementing and maintaining Vaxess’ Quality System.
• Supervise and mentor junior engineer(s) and technicians, including a direct report
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to support product development and manufacturing activities

Qualifications:

• BS in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 2 – 7 years of relevant direct R&D experience within the medical device or biopharmaceutical industries; experience working on combination products is highly desirable
• Demonstrated success using empirical and first-principles models to inform and analyze experiments; experience with statistical methodologies and working with large data sets (e.g. Six Sigma, DoEs, multivariate techniques) is a plus
• Excellent time and project management skills and proven ability to meet goals and deadlines
• Demonstrated abilities to learn new skills and fields, creatively solve challenging technical problems, think independently, and work collaboratively in diverse multidisciplinary teams
• Entrepreneurial spirit and drive to positively impact global human health

At Vaxess, we’re bringing together exceptional talent to drive our product development forward. We value collaboration, curiosity, and a dynamic work environment. To apply, please submit your CV/resume to

Immediate need for a talented Scientist I. This is a 12+ Months contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Waltham, MA, USA(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job Diva ID: 26-08545

Pay Range: $ 46-$56 /hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and optimize robust viral/non-viral vector purification process using advanced knowledge of column chromatography, filtration, and other downstream purification technology
• Lead and conduct viral/non-viral vector purification process development and process analytics
• Develop and optimize robust viral/non-viral vector purification process using advanced knowledge of column chromatography, filtration, and other downstream purification technology
• Develop, conduct, maintain analytical assays such as ELISA, DLS, Octet, QPCR/ddPCR, HPLC, and CE-SDS etc. for in-process sample testing to support process development
• Provide scientific and technical expertise for in-process sample testing activities, including product quality and process impurity methodologies
• Perform troubleshooting experiments and communicate findings with appropriate working groups
• Maintain industry knowledge and keep abreast of new and relevant technologies
• Perform data analysis, contribute to technical reports, external publications, patent applications and internal/external presentations
• Lead scale-up activities to implement a manufacturing process based on DSP development knowledge
• Communicate effectively with internal and external teams, e.g. CDMOs for tech transfer activities
• Mentor and support junior staff and build a culture of support and collaboration

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Key skills: - Purification experience/ Protein Purification Chromatography
• Technical experience in modern analytical techniques such as spectrophotometry, ELISA, DLS, - Late-stage purification experience such as design space mapping and process robustness studies
• PhD in Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering or related discipline or master’s degree with a minimum of 4 years of relevant experience or a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience
• Technical experience in modern analytical techniques such as spectrophotometry, ELISA, DLS, Octet, QPCR/ddPCR, HPLC, and CE-SDS
• Significant experience, knowledge and understanding of purification technologies and operations such as:
• Filtration unit operations at various scales, including depth filtration, tangential flow filtration, etc.
• Protein purification chromatography
• Virus clearance and inactivation
• Familiarity with advanced purification technologies and process analytical technologies
• Familiarity with analytical method transfer, analytical method bridging across organizations
• Experience with process technology transfers and performing gap analyses and risk assessments
• Understanding of critical quality attributes and the principles of Quality by Design and ability to apply DOE to downstream development
• Expertise in technical report writing
• Experience in AAV and/or non-viral purification development
• Experience in writing CMC components of regulatory dossiers
• Knowledge of product comparability, target product profile and quality risk assessment activities
• Viral clearance study design and execution
• Late-stage purification experience such as design space mapping and process robustness studies
• Ability to work in Biosafety Level 2, follow safe lab procedures and maintain good laboratory practices (GLPs)
• Ability to work under minimal supervision and function within a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Excellent organization and communication skills
• Innovative, critical and creative thinker, unafraid of proposing aggressive solutions to complex problems
• Experience with biophysical characterization
• Experience in continuous manufacturing and process analytical technology
• Experience in mentoring junior staff
• Ability to build and nurture cross-functional relationships
• Ability to communicate and represent group in diverse, multi-functional meetings

Our client is a leading Pharmaceuticals industry , and we are currently interviewing to fill this and other similar contract positions. If you are interested in this position, please apply online for immediate consideration

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About the Role

The ideal candidate has hands-on experience in Cesium chloride (CsCl) density gradient ultracentrifugation, ion-exchange chromatography, affinity purification, and tangential flow filtration (TFF), with a strong understanding of purification principles and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Execute purification processes including CsCl density gradient ultracentrifugation, affinity chromatography (e.g., AVB, CaptureSelect), ion-exchange chromatography (AEX, CEX), and other polishing steps.
• Operate AKTA systems (Avant, Pure, or Pilot) for small- to large-scale purification runs.
• Perform TFF operations for buffer exchange and concentration of intermediate or final products.
• Support experimental design, data collection, and documentation following established procedures and GMP/GLP best practices.
• Assist in troubleshooting and optimization of purification processes.
• Analyze in-process and purified samples using relevant analytical methods (e.g., UV, SDS-PAGE, ddPCR, ELISA, or HPLC).
• Collaborate cross-functionally with upstream, analytical, and manufacturing teams.
• Maintain lab equipment, manage buffers and column inventory, and ensure compliance with safety and documentation standards.

Qualifications

• Education: Master’s degree in biology, biochemistry, chemical engineering, biotechnology, or related field.
• Experience: Minimum 2 years of hands-on purification experience in an academic or industry setting.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge and practical experience with CsCl density gradient ultracentrifugation, ion-exchange, and affinity chromatography.
• Familiarity with buffer preparation.
• Understanding of basic analytical methods for product characterization.

Preferred Skills

• Strong attention to detail and excellent documentation habits.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and meet project timelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in AAV or other viral vector CsCl density gradient and column purification.
• Experience with AKTA systems and Unicorn software.

Experience you will need:

• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and specifications.
• Understanding of construction methods and materials.
• Proficiency in Excel and spreadsheets.
• Familiarity with CAD software preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field preferred.
• Prior construction or estimating experience required.
• 7+ years of experience in Commercial Construction Estimating preferred.
• Minimum 3+ years estimating experience considered.