Experienced Scientist, Biotherapeutics R&D

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Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine R&D is recruiting for an Experienced Scientist, Biotherapeutics R&D.  This position is a hybrid role and will be located in Malvern, PA.

Purpose:

The Experienced Scientist, Bioassay Methods Development, will be responsible for the development of cell-based bioassays and binding assays to be used as QC potency assays and in support of structure-function and biological characterization studies, to better understand the mechanism of action for new molecular entities in clinical development and for commercial products. The individual will be accountable for method development, qualification, validation and transfer activities as well as the evaluation of new technologies.

You will be responsible for:

• Authoring protocols and reports. Performing and coordinating testing to support analytical development, manufacturing process development, process validations, and manufacturing investigations across functional groups
• Accurately recording data in a timely manner, including maintenance of detailed records in compliance with applicable GMP, safety, and environmental requirements. The successful candidate will ensure data integrity and protocol compliance
• Designing, troubleshooting, and executing experiments independently. Analyzing data, interpreting results, and reporting data in laboratory notebooks. Collaborate with partners to troubleshoot assay problems as they occur. Maintain awareness of the current literature relevant to methods
• Writing analytical sections of regulatory submissions is encouraged. The candidate will support regulatory filings including INDs and BLAs
• Providing technical support with development and QC laboratories is expected and the successful candidate will also support Quality Assurance, Regulatory Affairs and Process Development groups for all phases of product development as well as ongoing support of analytical methods for marketed products

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Required:

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in biology, Pharmacology. Immunology, Biochemistry, or other relevant scientific fields, with at least 4 years of industry experience, or a master’s degree with at least 2 years of industry experience or relevant academic experience.
• Experience in development of bioassays, binding assays, and/or immunochemical techniques is required.
• Experience with cell culture and aseptic technique is required.
• The ability to communicate ideas and influence others is essential.
• Strong technical writing and verbal communication skills are required.
• Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to operate effectively in a dynamic work environment.

Preferred:

• Prior experience in a GMP environment is preferred.
• Experience with flow cytometry is preferred.
• Prior experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry (therapeutic proteins/antibodies, cell and gene therapies, and/or vaccines) is preferred.
• Experience with laboratory automation is preferred.
• Preferred skills would include method robustness, DoE, method design, and familiarity with assay validation parameters.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.  

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