Associate Scientist, Analytical Chemistry/Biophysical Development - Gene Therapy (Biotech)

Job Description Summary:

Job Description:

In this newly created role, the Associate Scientist, Analytical Chemistry/Biophysical Development – Gene Therapy is responsible for the preparation and execution of well-established, routine assays (e.g. analytical ultracentrifugation (AUC), CE-SDS, DLS, HPLC, SDS-PAGE, UV-VIS) supporting the gene therapy analytical development organization. S/He is also responsible for communicating assay results to his/her supervisor.

The incumbent works cross-functionally with internal departments and external resources as necessary on Analytical Development-related matters. 

The selected incumbent will also support adherence to all regulatory requirements and company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) including as appropriate. 

Primary duties/responsibilities:

• Performs product characterization related assays in support of the characterization, method development/optimization, methods transfer, and analytical support for gene therapy product process development and manufacturing. These include, but may not be limited to AUC, CE-SDS, DLS, HPLC, SDS-PAGE, UV-VIS. Generates reports, and archives assay data.

• Assists the gene therapy process development team in the analysis and interpretation of assay results.

• Applies relevant scientific principles and techniques to analytical development problems.

• Maintains detailed, up to date, and witnessed laboratory notebooks.

* Minimum level of education and years of relevant work experience.

• A Bachelor's degree in chemistry, biochemistry, biophysics or related discipline and a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in a pharmaceutical, biotechnology or related environment OR a Master's degree in these same disciplines and a minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in these same environments.

* Special knowledge or skills needed and/or licenses or certificates required.

• Experience  using UV-Vis and DLS.

• Biologics/ large molecule and/or gene therapy is a must.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively, as required, in a fast-paced, matrixed, team environment consisting of internal and external team members.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and deadlines.

• Excellent planning, organization and time management skills including the ability to support and prioritize multiple projects at various stages of development.

* Special knowledge or skills and/or licenses or certificates preferred

• Experience in AUC sample preparation, CE-SDS, HPLC and SDS-Page

EEO Statement:

PTC Therapeutics is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, age, physical characteristics, social origin, disability, religion, family status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, veteran status or any unlawful criterion under applicable law. We are committed to treating all applicants fairly and avoiding discrimination.

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