Scientist/ Sr. Scientist - Purification Process Downstream R&D

• Planning and execution of Downstream Process activities for mammalian and/or microbial products/recombinant protein under the supervision of the manager.
• Responsible for ground level planning, execution, data capturing, compilation, and interpretation in coordination with the Associate scientist/Scientist.
• Drafting of presentation and discussion with the manager. Presenting data in internal meetings as functional lead.
• Responsible for documentation activities like preparation of development reports, BPR, SOP, EOP, IOP.
• Participate in planning and decision-making discussions regarding activity priorities, providing information on the feasibility of prospective projects to the reporting manager.
• Supporting in troubleshooting of technical problems at manufacturing by discussion and execution.
• Candidate will be responsible for lab management activities (Maintaining lab cleanliness, equipment maintenance).
• Cross-functional communication with internal and external vendors/clients for technical queries in consultation with the manager.
• The candidate will be responsible for maintaining environment, health, and safety (EHS) requirements at the workplace to ensure individual and lab/plant safety.

Technical Skill Requirement:

• Protein purification process development expertise (Chromatography, Depth filtration, Centrifugation, UFDF, sterile filtration, etc.) in mammalian/microbial expressed antibodies and/or therapeutic proteins.
• Execution and monitoring of processes to ensure consistency and reliability.
• Awareness about Process Development using DoE approach and Quality by Design (QbD) will have added advantage.
• Scale up/Down, technology transfer activities.
• Responsible for setup, operation, troubleshooting, and routine maintenance of purification equipment (Chromatography system, pH/conductivity meter, UFDF system, etc.).
• Strong commitment and dedication towards work, enthusiasm, motivation, and persuasive ability in a team.
• Work independently, analyze and interpret experimental data, and present/document experimental results at meetings.
• Proficiency or awareness in protein analytical techniques (e.g., protein assay, gel electrophoresis, HPLC, etc.) is an added advantage.
• Willingness to work in a dynamic environment with a stringent timeline.

Soft Skill Requirement:

• Strong written and communication skills.
• Team player.