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**Scientist I, Analytical Research & Development**
**Position Summary**
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
St. Petersburg is our primary soft gel development and manufacturing facility in North America with capacity of 18 billion capsules per year.  Within the Catalent network, we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve difficult development and manufacturing challenges.  
The Analytical Research and Development (AR&D) laboratory supports evaluation and testing of raw materials, excipients, APIs, in-process and finished product samples. AR&D also performs development and validation of methods used to support release and stability testing of non-commercial products and materials. The **Scientist I, Analytical Research & Development** will assist with Development and Validation with some supervision. The **Scientist I, Analytical Research & Development** will run routine test methods in support of drug substance and drug product sample testing as required.
Your talents, ideas, and passion are essential to our mission: to help people live better, healthier lives.
The position is 100% on-site at our St. Petersburg, FL location.
**The Role**
+ Analysis of finished products, in-process materials, raw materials, and cleaning verification and validation samples according to the assigned specifications, methods and protocols.
+ Preparation of reagents/standards/medias needed for analysis according to methods.
+ Safe handling of potent and teratogenic compounds. Disposal of hazardous waste according to environmental regulations and company procedures.
+ Tabulation/interpretation of results as recorded in notebooks, reports and logbooks.
+ Assures right-first-time execution of departmental methods and SOPs.
+ Audits and verifies results, including but not limited to, calculations in notebooks/logbooks and results in reports to check for accuracy and integrity of data.
+ Assist with writing and reviewing analytical methods, protocols and SOPs. Supports Material Evaluation Process for new materials if required.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**The Candidate**
+ Bachelor's degree (BS) in a scientific field with 5 plus years' experience in lab, 3 in GMP required OR
+ Master's degree (MS) in a scientific field with 3 plus years' experience in GMP lab required OR
+ Doctorate in scientific field with 1 plus years' experience in lab required.
+ Experience with common pharmaceutical laboratory techniques such as: UV/VIS, IR and AA Spectroscopy HPLC, UHPLC and GC separations Dissolution, Rupture and Disintegration testing, Expertise in wet chemistry techniques such as titrations, extractions and digestions.
+ Knowledge of the following: Safety and hazardous waste requirements, Data acquisition applications and databases, Sound foundations of cGMPs, ICH and USP/EP guidance documents.
+ Individual may be required to sit, stand, walk regularly and occasionally lift to 15 pounds; no lifting greater than 44.09 pounds without assistance.
+ Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color (Pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening) and obtain 20/30 acuity in both far and near vision with or without corrective lenses. For Catalent's in-house screening, the acceptable score is to identify at least 4 of 6 numbers in the circles.
**Why you should join Catalent:**
+ Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
+ WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
+ 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays.
+ Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
+ Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
+ Diverse, inclusive culture. Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I. Community engagement and green initiatives.
+ Dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
+ Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative.
+ Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
+ Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories.
**Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!** Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Visit Catalent Careers ( to explore career opportunities.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
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**Work Schedule**
Standard Office Hours (40/wk)
**Environmental Conditions**
Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.), Will work with hazardous/toxic materials
**Job Description**
Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of approximately $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving sophisticated analytical challenges, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our distributed team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an outstanding combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
**How will you make an impact?**
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated R&D Scientist III to join our research and development team at One Lambda. The ideal candidate will develop and implement automated solutions for our HLA typing and antibody detection assay products. This role involves scripting, optimizing laboratory workflows, and collaborating with multi-functional teams to improve product performance and efficiency.
**What will you do?**
+ Create automation scripts for laboratory processes and workflows.
+ Optimize existing protocols to improve efficiency, accuracy, and reliability.
+ Collaborate with R&D scientists and engineers to craft and test new automation solutions.
+ Maintain and take on automation systems to ensure efficient performance.
+ Verification and validation test protocols to support the commercial release of hardware and software.
+ Document test results and communicate issues quickly to design team during all stages of development on both new and existing product lines.
**How will you get here?**
**Education/Experience:**
+ Bachelor's or Master's degree in Bioinformatics, Computer Science, Biomedical Engineering, or a related field.
+ Minimum 3 years of proven experience in laboratory automation, scripting, or related roles.
+ Experience with automation platforms such as Tecan, Hamilton, or similar.
+ Proficiency in scripting languages such as Python, R, or similar.
+ Experience in the biotechnology or medical device industry is preferred.
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities:**
+ Strong programming and scripting skills with a focus on laboratory automation. NGS experience is a plus.
+ In-depth knowledge of laboratory equipment and automation technologies.
+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
+ Strong interpersonal skills, both written and verbal, to detail and present solutions effectively.
**Compensation and Benefits**
The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $1,700.00- 137,525.00.
This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:
+ A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
+ Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
+ At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
+ Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
+ Employees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
For more information on our benefits, please visit: Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
**Post-Doctoral Scientist - Bioproduct Research & Development (BRD)**
When it comes to research and development, our goal is to discover and deliver innovative medicines that make life better for people around the world. It's challenging, expensive and often filled with failure. But even when we fail, we advance medical science and understanding by learning more about diseases, biology and chemistry - ultimately bringing new solutions one step closer to reality.
Over the course of our history, we have shed light on some of the toughest health care problems known to man - diabetes, heart disease, infectious diseases, neuroscience disorders, cancer and more. We could not pursue this without our research and development team.
Postdoctoral scientists help us continue this pursuit.
During your experience you will get:
+ Top industry research experience
+ Mentoring by some of Lilly's top scientists
+ Laboratory and classroom training and education to further your development
+ Collaboration and networking across dozens of postdoctoral scientists and other researchers
We are seeking a highly motivated and passionate scientist who demonstrates:
+ A genuine passion for science
+ Self-directed initiative and high motivation to learn new techniques while continually pursuing research and publication
+ Curiosity and drive to:
+ Develop new methods and optimize existing ones
+ Identify mechanisms behind complex biological processes
+ Work collaboratively across multiple research areas
Scientific integrity demonstrated through:
+ Strong publication record
+ Excellent data analysis and reporting skills
+ High-quality research contributions
The ideal candidate will contribute to the development of recombinant adeno-associated virus (rAAV) mediated gene therapy.
In this role, you will:
+ Use our novel method (high throughput RNA-DNA hybrid capture-multiplex MSD) and develop new methods to characterize rAAV genome integrity.
+ Identify the mechanisms behind rAAV genome truncation and develop strategies to mitigate them to improve rAAV production and transduction efficiency and reduce side effects.
+ Work across areas including upstream, downstream, analytic and bioassay groups.
+ Work with internal and external scientists and explore new fields.
+ Identify areas of key need across clinical development and champion creative solutions to address those needs. Maintain external awareness and learning to benefit the organization.
+ Present findings at conferences and publish in high quality peer-reviewed journals.
**Basic Qualifications:**
+ PhD in life science related fields such as Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Biochemistry and Virology
**Additional Skills/Preferences** :
+ Self-directed and highly motivated individual who wants to learn new techniques while continually pursuing research and publication goals.
+ Excellent communicator (oral and written) with presentation experience, along with a strong publication record.
+ Proficient in data analysis and reporting.
+ Experienced in tissue culture, expression vector design, gene regulation, and assay development.
+ Background in virology would be an additional advantage.
**Additional Information:**
+ Position Location: Onsite at Lilly Technology Center North in Indianapolis, Indiana, USA.
+ This post-doctoral position is fixed duration employment of two years with potential to extend to 3 years. There may be opportunities to apply for full-time employee positions after the post-doctoral work duration is complete.
Lilly is dedicated to helping individuals with disabilities to actively engage in the workforce, ensuring equal opportunities when vying for positions. If you require accommodation to submit a resume for a position at Lilly, please complete the accommodation request form ( ) for further assistance. Please note this is for individuals to request an accommodation as part of the application process and any other correspondence will not receive a response.
Lilly is proud to be an EEO Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender identity, sex, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status.
Our employee resource groups (ERGs) offer strong support networks for their members and are open to all employees. Our current groups include: Africa, Middle East, Central Asia Network, Black Employees at Lilly, Chinese Culture Network, Japanese International Leadership Network (JILN), Lilly India Network, Organization of Latinx at Lilly (OLA), PRIDE (LGBTQ+ Allies), Veterans Leadership Network (VLN), Women's Initiative for Leading at Lilly (WILL), enAble (for people with disabilities). Learn more about all of our groups.
Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$58,000 - $100,320
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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**Associate Scientist II, Analytical Research & Development**
**Position Summary**
Catalent, Inc. is a leading global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) whose mission is to develop, manufacture, and supply products that help people live better and healthier lives. Catalent is dedicated to delivering unparalleled service to pharma, biotech, and consumer health customers, supporting product development, launch, and full life-cycle supply. With time-tested experience in development sciences, delivery technologies, and multi-modality manufacturing, Catalent supports the acceleration of development programs and the launch of more than a hundred new products every year. Powered by thousands of scientists and technicians and the latest technology platforms at more than 40 global sites, Catalent supplies billions of doses of life-enhancing and life-saving treatments for patients annually.
St. Petersburg is our primary soft gel development and manufacturing facility in North America with capacity of 18 billion capsules per year.  Within the Catalent network, we offer a broad range of integrated formulation and analytical services to solve difficult development and manufacturing challenges.  
The Analytical Research and Development (AR&D) laboratory supports evaluation and testing of raw materials, excipients, APIs, in-process and finished product samples. AR&D also performs development and validation of methods used to support release and stability testing of non-commercial products and materials. The **Associate Scientist II, Analytical Research & Development** once trained will independently test raw materials to both compendial and non-compendial methods. Once trained, the **Associate Scientist II, Analytical Research & Development** independently test pre-capsulation, stability and finished product samples as per established methods.
Your talents, ideas, and passion are essential to our mission: to help people live better, healthier lives.
The position is 100% on-site at our St. Petersburg, FL location.
**The Role**
+ Perform compendial and non-compendial testing on raw materials, drug substances, in-process samples, cleaning samples and finished products as required.
+ Performs assay/CU/dissolution and other single analyte chromatographic testing. Prepares reagents, standards, media and mobile phase as needed for analyses.
+ Required to work with potent and teratogenic compounds with proper PPE equipment. Disposal of hazardous waste according to environmental regulations and company procedures.
+ Tabulation/ interpretation of results of analysis as recorded in notebooks, reports and logbooks. Assures right-first-time execution of departmental methods and SOPs.
+ Supports activities and services necessary to the operations of the department, as assigned. Writes/ reviews analytical methods, deviations, protocols, SOPs and other technical documents.
+ Supports Material Evaluation Process for new materials. Shares responsibility for the routine calibration of analytical equipment such as, but not limited to balances, pH meters, KF analyzers, AA, IR, etc.
+ Provides project support for new product development programs under the direction of the lead scientist or group leader. Assist with laboratory investigations using the appropriate Root Cause Analysis tools.
+ Participates in inter-departmental task teams. Interfaces with peers in other departments and management. Identifies/implements improvements that will reduce cycle time for testing/release products.
+ Other duties as assigned.
**The Candidate**
+ Associate's in science with 10 plus years in an analytical lab, 5 in GMP environment OR
+ Bachelor's in science with 3 plus years in an GMP analytical lab
+ Experience with common pharmaceutical equipment: UV/VIS, IR, AA, and Dissolution required.
+ Expertise in wet chemistry techniques such as titrations, extractions as per compendia required.
+ Familiar with separation chromatographic instruments such as HPLC/UHPLC and GC required.
+ Familiar with pharmaceutical software such as LIMS, TrackWise, Empower, preferred.
+ Vision requirements include ability to differentiate color (Pass the Ishihara Color Vision Screening) and obtain 20/30 acuity in both far and near vision with or without corrective lenses. For Catalent's in-house screening, the acceptable score is to identify at least 4 of 6 numbers in the circles.
**Why you should join Catalent:**
+ Tuition Reimbursement - Let us help you finish your degree or earn a new one!
+ WellHub program to promote overall physical wellness.
+ 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays.
+ Medical, dental and vision benefits effective day one of employment.
+ Defined career path and annual performance review and feedback process.
+ Diverse, inclusive culture. Several Employee Resource Groups focusing on D&I. Community engagement and green initiatives.
+ Dynamic, fast-paced work environment.
+ Positive working environment focusing on continually improving processes to remain innovative.
+ Potential for career growth on an expanding team within an organization dedicated to preserving and bettering lives.
+ Perkspot - offers exclusive or private discounts from approximately 900+ merchants in a wide array of categories.
**Catalent offers rewarding opportunities to further your career!** Join the global drug development and delivery leader and help us bring over 7,000 life-saving and life-enhancing products to patients around the world. Catalent is an exciting and growing international company where employees work directly with pharma, biopharma and consumer health companies of all sizes to advance new medicines from early development to clinical trials and to the market. Catalent produces more than 70 billion doses per year, and each one will be used by someone who is counting on us. Join us in making a difference.
personal initiative. dynamic pace. meaningful work.
Visit Catalent Careers ( to explore career opportunities.
Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans.
If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, you may submit your request by sending an email, and confirming your request for an accommodation and include the job number, title and location to . This option is reserved for individuals who require accommodation due to a disability. Information received will be processed by a U.S. Catalent employee and then routed to a local recruiter who will provide assistance to ensure appropriate consideration in the application or hiring process.
Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Catalent Pharma Solutions (Catalent) is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies and/or search firms for this job posting. Resumes submitted to any Catalent employee by a third party agency and/or search firm without a valid written & signed search agreement, will become the sole property of Catalent. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired for this position as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.
Important Security Notice to U.S. Job Seekers:
Catalent NEVER asks candidates to provide any type of payment, bank details, photocopies of identification, social security number or other highly sensitive personal information during the offer process, and we NEVER do so via email or social media. If you receive any such request, DO NOT respond- it is a fraudulent request. Please forward such requests to for us to investigate with local authorities.
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**Job Description**
Our Research Scientists are our Inventors. Using innovative thinking, state-of-the-art facilities, and robust scientific methodology, we partner to deliver the next medical breakthrough.
Biologics Process Research & Development (BPR&D) within our Company Research Laboratories are on a mission to rapidly deliver diverse biotherapeutics to patients by efficiently developing innovative, robust manufacturing processes and technologies. To achieve this, we work closely with colleagues in Discovery, Pre-clinical, Early Development, Analytical, Formulation, and Commercial Manufacturing while providing a diverse and inclusive environment for all. Beyond process development for pipeline biologics, we innovate and build next generation biomanufacturing technologies. Examples include investments for development of continuous manufacturing, green and sustainable processes, and proprietary technology platforms. We actively publish and engage with the scientific community to influence the field.
BPR&D includes three lab-facing technical functional areas: Process Cell Sciences (PCS), Upstream and Downstream Process Development & Engineering. The latter two together form our Biologics' Process Development (BPD) group. This job posting covers opportunities for the BPD group. We are actively looking for highly motivated people with a passion for innovation and interest in contributing to upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing.
**Responsibilities include but are not limited to:**
+ **_Innovation_**
+ Develop innovative and disruptive technologies for next-generation biologic manufacturing processes
+ Apply rigorous scientific principles and data analyses to solve challenging problems related to developing robust, cost-effective processes
+ **_Experimental Design and Problem-Solving_**
+ Develop and characterize robust processes for delivering multi-kilogram quantities of life-changing medicines
+ Design and conduct lab and/or pilot-scale studies to support mechanistic understanding, scale-up, and transfer of processes to manufacturing
+ **_Collaboration and effective communication:_**
+ Work with a collaborative, cross-functional team of talented scientists and engineers to advance the biologics pipeline from early- to late-stage development
+ Partner with groups in both research and manufacturing divisions
+ Represent your functional area in cross-functional teams
+ **_Coaching and Mentoring_**
+ Train and mentor junior scientists in experimental design, execution, and data interpretation
+ **_Safety and Compliance_**
+ Contribute to a safe and compliant laboratory work environment
**MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:**
B.S. with 4 years, or M.S. with 3 years or PhD with 0+ years of relevant experience (or expected PhD graduation within 6 months from date of application) in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Biotechnology, Biochemistry, Biology, Microbiology, or related fields
**REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:**
+ A proven ability to design and execute hands-on lab and/or _in silico_ experiments
+ Proficiency with statistical design and analysis tools
+ Excellent communication skills, ability to work in matrixed teams and collaborate with diverse partners cross-functionally
+ A demonstrated ability to think critically with excellent problem solving and troubleshooting skills
In addition to the required skillsets above, relevant experience is needed in either upstream and/or downstream bioprocessing as described below.
+ **_Upstream_**
+ Knowledge of recombinant protein expression, metabolic pathways, biochemistry, and cell culture
+ Understanding of basic bioreactor principles, mass transfer kinetics
+ Understanding of cell & molecular biology
+ **_Downstream_**
+ Sound scientific knowledge of protein properties and purification
+ Understanding of unit operations such as chromatography, filtration, crystallization, precipitation, adsorption, mixing etc.
**PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS:**
+ History of external presentations and/or publications in peer-reviewed journals
+ Data science, modeling, machine learning, and artificial intelligence; proficiency with programming languages
+ Evaluating and introducing novel technologies and analytical tools in process development and manufacturing
+ Knowledge of protein biochemistry, biophysics, conjugation techniques
+ Vector construction, Genetic Engineering, and Systems Biology
+ Knowledge of cell-line development for protein expression in mammalian systems and suspension cell culture
+ Hands-on experience with RNA and whole-genome (re)sequencing, and bioinformatics analysis
+ High throughput experimentation using automation platforms
+ Familiarity with feed and media development for large-scale recombinant protein expression in mammalian systems
+ Knowledge of Quality by Design, Process Characterization and Control Strategy development
PRD #eligibleforerp
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The salary range for this role is
$114,700.00 - $180,500.00
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at .
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**Employee Status:**
Regular
**Relocation:**
Domestic
**VISA Sponsorship:**
Yes
**Travel Requirements:**
10%
**Flexible Work Arrangements:**
Not Applicable
**Shift:**
1st - Day
**Valid Driving License:**
No
**Hazardous Material(s):**
N/A
**Required Skills:**
Biological Manufacturing, Biologics, Bioprocessing, Cell Cultures, Chromatographic Separations, Communication, Downstream Processing, Molecular Biology Techniques, Process Development (PD), Process Optimization, Protein Conjugation, Protein Purifications, Upstream Processing
**Preferred Skills:**
Biophysics, Data Science, Machine Learning, Protein Biochemistry
**Job Posting End Date:**
09/19/2025
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**Requisition ID:** R

Job ID
32680
**Research & Development Scientist-Composite Materials /Anaheim, CA**
Regular
Anaheim - CA, United States of America ( - CA,United States of America) My candidate profile
**Important EEO information related to opening in the US**
Syensqo is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics.Click here ( to access the Know Your Rights poster.
Syensqo is all about chemistry. We're not just referring to chemical reactions here, but also to the magic that occurs when the brightest minds get to work together. This is where our true strength lies. In you. In your future colleagues and in all your differences. And of course, in your ideas to improve lives while preserving our planet's beauty for the generations to come.
**We are looking for: Product Development Scientist-Composite Materials ( Aerospace & Defense)**
+ Are you ready to shape the future of advanced materials? Our Composite Materials Global Business Unit (GBU) is seeking a passionate and innovative Scientist to drive product development for next generation aerospace and defense applications.
**We count on you: (Your Mission:)**
+ Lead the development of next-generation carbon fiber reinforced polymeric composites
+ Design, characterize, and optimize materials for demanding aerospace and defense environments
+ Collaborate with cross-functional teams and engage directly with customers to translate technical insights into real-world solutions
**What You Bring:**
+ PhD in Materials Science, Polymer Science, Chemical Engineering, or a related field
+ Extensive experience in the development, characterization, and production of carbon fiber reinforced polymeric composites
+ Deep technical expertise in composite material science, including structure-property relationships, processing, and advanced characterization techniques
+ Proven ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences
+ A collaborative mindset, creativity, and a drive to deliver innovative solutions.
**You will get:**
+ Competitive salary and benefits package
+ The U.S. base salary range reasonably expected to be paid for this position is $120,000 - $145,000 per year. Since actual compensation packages are based on a variety of factors unique to each candidate we may ultimately pay more or less than the posted base salary range. Total compensation for this role also includes bonus and/or other incentives.
+ 16, or more, weeks of maternity/paternity and co-parenting leave, according to local regulations.
+ Training platform for all employees
+ Free language courses (24 languages available)
**Why Syensqo?**
· Be part of a global leader in advanced materials and specialty chemicals
· Work alongside world-class scientists and engineers
· Make a tangible impact on the aerospace and defense industries
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**Job Description**
**Associate Principal Scientist**
The Biologics Process Research & Development organization within our company's Research Laboratories is responsible for developing the drug substance manufacturing processes for our company's biologics pipeline. We work closely with colleagues in Discovery, Pre-clinical and Early Development to rapidly develop manufacturing processes for diverse biotherapeutics and efficiently manufacture material to supply clinical trials. We are also responsible for commercial process development and the development and implementation of new manufacturing technologies. We work with our partners in the company's Manufacturing Division to commercialize and launch new products.
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced individual to join our Downstream Process Development and Engineering group as an Associate Principal Scientist. In this role, you will work with a highly collaborative team of Scientists and Engineers to design and develop downstream purification processes in support of early and late-stage biological products. The scope and activities include designing and optimization of downstream unit operations such as cell harvest, filtration, chromatography, viral clearance, precipitation, crystallization, and continuous processing for batch and intensified/continuous bioprocesses. The role will also include strategic Applicants should have effective organizational and multi-tasking skills and strong communication skills both verbal and presentation of data is required. A track record of leveraging data science and digital tools for delivering impactful solutions to complex problems are distinguishing. Evidence of strong cross-functional collaboration, experience successfully mentoring junior scientists, leading projects, and an external presence through scientific excellence are expected.
**Job responsibilities:**
The successful candidate will contribute to CMC development of our company's pipeline, playing an active role in development of downstream processes and transfer to clinical and commercial manufacturing sites. She/He will also develop strategies for process and pipeline-facing innovation.
**Responsibilities include:**
+ Leading biologic downstream process development for first-in-human and commercial processes by efficiently developing high yield, robust and scalable processes. Independently designing and conducting experiments using relevant operational parameters and analytical inputs.
+ Providing technical supervision for process development and characterization
+ Collaborate with upstream process development, Biologics Analytical R&D, and other cross-functional teams in both Research and Manufacturing to advance biologics pipeline.
+ Advancing downstream platform process technical strategy, and championing creative process improvement initiatives
+ Assessing new technologies, sciences, and industry strategies and relevance to our company
+ Collaborating with academia, industry partners, and vendors to drive development, innovation and adoption of new process technologies
+ Keeping up to date with the external patent and literature environment; actively presents and publishes externally and pursues patenting strategies
+ Mentoring junior scientists
**Education requirements:**
+ Ph.D. with 3+ years of industry experience or Master with 6+ years industry experience or BS with 8+ years in industry experience in Chemical Engineering, Biochemical engineering, or a related field
**Required skills:**
+ Proven record of accomplishments in downstream process and technology development with a scientific publication and presentation track record.
+ Scientific understanding of the engineering principles for recombinant protein purification unit operations. Proven ability to design and execute protein purification experiments independently.
+ Ability to direct the planning, execution, analysis, and documentation of all stages of downstream process development.
+ Ability to work in a matrixed team environment and collaborate with both internal and external partners including vendors
+ Knowledge of biologics CMC development cycle
+ Demonstrated ability for taking initiative, creativity, and innovation in problem solving
**Preferred skills:**
+ Experience with high throughput experimentation using automation platforms such as TECAN
+ Experience using and/or programming process control systems such as DeltaV and PCS 7
+ Experience with integrated and continuous processing and equipment including multi-column chromatography systems (BioSMB, PCC, or similar)
+ Background or experience in data science approaches related to downstream processes and predictive modeling (multivariate data analysis, machine learning/artificial intelligence, leveraging PAT)
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The salary range for this role is
$139,600.00 - $219,700.00
This is the lowest to highest salary we in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, government requirements, and business or organizational needs.
The successful candidate will be eligible for annual bonus and long-term incentive, if applicable.
We offer a comprehensive package of benefits. Available benefits include medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits (for employee and family), retirement benefits, including 401(k), paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. More information about benefits is available at .
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**Employee Status:**
Regular
**Relocation:**
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**Travel Requirements:**
**Flexible Work Arrangements:**
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**Required Skills:**
Cell Line Development, Communication, Detail-Oriented, Downstream Process Development, Drug Delivery Technology, Drug Development, Expression Vectors, Interpersonal Relationships, Leading Project Teams, Molecular Biology, Pharmaceutical Formulations, Pharmaceutical Process Development, Physical Characterization, Science, Social Collaboration, Stable Cell Lines, Strategic Planning
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**Job Posting End Date:**
09/26/2025
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At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
**Organization Overview:**
At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our 35,000 employees around the world work to discover and bring life-changing medicines to those who need them, improve the understanding and management of disease, and give back to our communities through philanthropy and volunteerism. We give our best effort to our work, and we put people first. We're looking for people who are determined to make life better for people around the world.
**Responsibilities:**
Lilly Imaging/Avid Radiopharmaceuticals provides technical expertise for molecular imaging to Lilly Research Laboratories. The scientist will provide expertise for biological assay development for the discovery and characterization of novel PET imaging agents, with a focus on neuroscience or oncology imaging and other therapeutic areas. This scientist will work independently, coordinating experimental details of internal and external partnered projects, conducting experiments him/herself, performing data analysis, and presenting data to internal teams and the international scientific community.
+ Establish and execute imaging research projects supporting oncology, neuroscience or other drug discovery and biomarker projects
+ Design and conduct novel binding assays, including radioligand binding assays
+ Characterize and purify biological targets
+ Collaborate with internal project teams, implement translatable imaging biomarker assays and ensure seamless translation of projects
+ Publish results of research projects as appropriate
+ Participate in extramural scientific organizations and attend scientific symposia as well as workshops in order to continue educational/professional development
+ Other duties as assigned
**Basic Requirements:**
+ Degree in physical or biological sciences or imaging-related field
+ Bachelor's degree with min of 15 years' experience, master's with a min of 12 years' experience, or PhD in scientific field.
+ Experience with in vitro assay development
+ Peer-reviewed publications
**Additional Skills/Preferences:**
+ PhD degree preferred
+ Experience in Oncology or Neuroscience, preferably in molecular imaging
+ Experience designing and executing novel biochemical, cellular and tissue assays, including radioligand binding assays (e.g. filtration binding, ELISA/AlphaLISA, SPR and LC/MS)
+ Experience working with amyloidogenic proteins
+ Demonstrated ability to independently conceive, design and execute the characterization and purification of biological targets
+ Experience in drug discovery of PET molecular imaging agents
+ Peer reviewed publications
+ Willingness/desire to learn and incorporate additional technologies or therapeutic area biology to address imaging needs
+ Excellent communication skills (both written and verbal)
+ Excellent presentation skills
+ Strong organizational skills and ability to effectively manage multiple priorities
+ Creativity and critical thinking skills
+ Team Player
**Additional Information:**
+ Lilly is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status
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Actual compensation will depend on a candidate's education, experience, skills, and geographic location. The anticipated wage for this position is
$121,500 - $198,000
Full-time equivalent employees also will be eligible for a company bonus (depending, in part, on company and individual performance). In addition, Lilly offers a comprehensive benefit program to eligible employees, including eligibility to participate in a company-sponsored 401(k); pension; vacation benefits; eligibility for medical, dental, vision and prescription drug benefits; flexible benefits (e.g., healthcare and/or dependent day care flexible spending accounts); life insurance and death benefits; certain time off and leave of absence benefits; and well-being benefits (e.g., employee assistance program, fitness benefits, and employee clubs and activities).Lilly reserves the right to amend, modify, or terminate its compensation and benefit programs in its sole discretion and Lilly's compensation practices and guidelines will apply regarding the details of any promotion or transfer of Lilly employees.
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