Process Development Associate in Thousand Oaks

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 Description:

100% Onsite

We are seeking a quicker learner and detail-oriented, team-focused Process Development Associate to support the Rapid Analytics (RA) group within Process Development. In a fast-paced, highly matrixed laboratory environment, this individual will perform product quality analyses and generate high-quality analytical data to meet project timelines and enable process decisions. The role partners closely with scientists and stakeholders across multiple sites and functional areas.

Key Responsibilities

Analytical Testing

• Execute analytical tests within expected turnaround times, following approved methods and data integrity practices, using assays such as:

o Size Exclusion Chromatography (SEC)

o Titer

o Cation Exchange Chromatography (CEX)

o Reduced Capillary Electrophoresis (rCE-SDS)

o Non-Reduced Capillary Electrophoresis (nrCE-SDS)

o Capillary Ion Electrophoresis Focusing (cIEF)

o ATOLL

Compliance and Documentation:

• Adhere to turnaround times and required metrics for high throughput samples.

• Document and review results in electronic laboratory notebooks in a timely manner.

• Author, review, and verify technical documents and reports.

Logistics and Planning:

• Manage logistics tasks including sample receiving and equipment maintenance.

• Monitor the safety and compliance status of the RA lab.

Collaboration and Communication:

• Work with the development team to implement methods, analyze data, and interpret results.

• Provide technical input and generate written reports as needed.

• Communicate project updates effectively.

• Present scientific data in meetings.

Maintenance and Troubleshooting:

• Maintain lab instruments and follow equipment cleaning protocols.

• Solve technical problems related to instruments and assays.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• 0–2 years of relevant laboratory experience (industry, academic, or ).

• Understanding with some hands-on experience with chromatographic and/or electrophoretic techniques is a bonus

• Strong attention to details.

• Ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely in a laboratory environment.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines.

Qualifications

• Good understanding of liquid chromatography and capillary electrophoresis, with strong hands-on technical skills to address challenging technical issues.

• Strong ability to analyze and interpret analytical results.

• Excellent organizational and communication (oral and written) skills, with attention to detail.

• Strong interpersonal skills

• Ability to learn new technology quickly, multitask, and adapt in a dynamic environment.

• Possess a positive attitude and strong self-motivation.

Work Environment / Additional Information

• On-site laboratory role; adherence to safety training, PPE, and site procedures is required.

• Work involves handling biological samples and operating analytical instrumentation.

• Documentation is maintained in electronic systems (e.g., electronic laboratory notebook); accuracy and data integrity are essential.

• May require flexibility to support project timelines (e.g., occasional schedule adjustments).

Basic Qualifications    

Bachelors degree OR Associates degree and 2 years of experience OR High school diploma / GED and 4 years of experience

Top 3 Must Have Skill Sets:       

• Bachelor’s degree in chemistry, Biochemistry, Biology, Chemical Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent combination of education and experience).

• Ability to follow written procedures, maintain accurate records, and work safely in a laboratory environment.

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet timelines.