Scientist 3, Virology

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Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us.  

This role does not offer sponsorship for work authorization. External applicants must be eligible to work in the US. 

Your Role:

• Collaborate with technical project leads and customer-facing teams to ensure project requirements are met and deliverables are completed on time.
• Conduct filtration and virus inactivation studies, and perform virus titer assays to demonstrate virus clearance capabilities.
• Engage in data-driven problem-solving and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Represent the team at technical conferences through attendance and presentations.
• Design experiments, execute tests, and author protocols and reports in compliance with good documentation practices in a biosafety level 2 (BSL-2).

• Provide technical input to project leads within Virology and PDP teams to meet project timelines.

Who You are

Minimum Qualifications:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Biological or Applied Science, or other Life Science discipline
• 5+ years’ experience in downstream purification of diverse modalities (monoclonal antibodies, AAV and other parenteral drugs)

OR

• Master’s Degree in Biological, Applied Sciences, or other related Life Science discipline
•  3+ years’ experience in a downstream purification of diverse modalities (monoclonal antibodies, AAV and other parenteral drugs)

OR

• PhD in Biological, Applied Sciences, or other related Life Science discipline

Preferred Qualifications: ;.

• Strong understanding of the bioprocessing industry and regulatory landscape, with proven track record of problem solving and troubleshooting
• Proficient in virus filtration, chromatographic techniques, and cell culture, along with experience in virus quantification
• Ability to work independently while contributing to a team-oriented environment fostering cross-collaboration and maintaining strong stakeholder management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, demonstrated through the ability to deliver technical presentations and articulate complex concepts clearly.
• Proficiency with Microsoft applications and statistical analysis tools to analyze complex datasets and support decision-making
• Experience in working with customer-facing roles and/or new product development activities.

• Proven track record of strong communication skills demonstrated through internal and external presentations promoting knowledge sharing within and outside the organization.

Pay Range for this position:$80,000-$146,500.

The offer range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base pay compensation for this position. The actual compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, level of experience, education, skills, and other job-related factors. Position may be eligible for sales or performance-based bonuses. Benefits offered by the Company include health insurance, paid time off (PTO), retirement contributions, and other perquisites. For more information click here.

What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe that this variety drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress!

Apply now and become a part of a team that is dedicated to Sparking Discovery and Elevating Humanity!