Scientist, Analytical Development
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Based in Cambridge, MA and Gaithersburg, MD. We are committed to improving the health of people worldwide with our fundamental research and our work in the area of development of immunotherapies utilizing the full potential of the immune system to fight cancer, infectious diseases and other serious diseases. We believe in scientific rigor, innovation and passion as driving forces. BioNTech was founded by scientists and physicians to translate science into survival by combining fundamental research and operational excellence.
With decades of deep immunology expertise and experience in developing and optimizing mRNA as part of its broad suite of novel technologies, the company is working with the global community to defeat life-threatening and serious diseases such as cancer, COVID-19, malaria and tuberculosis. The first ever approved mRNA vaccine was created in the labs of BioNTech in Mainz, Germany. A fully integrated immunotherapy powerhouse. We remain focused on bringing our broad pipeline of next-generation immunotherapies and vaccines to people around the world to address cancer, infectious diseases, as well as a growing list of other medical conditions. To accomplish this, we continue to be deeply rooted in science and academic research while also having built a fully integrated, global immunotherapy company with cGMP and GMP manufacturing facilities anchored around deep expertise in immunology and complemented by an expanding set of capabilities.
Scientist, Analytical Development
We are seeking a Scientist and team leader to join the Analytical Development team responsible for the Phase Appropriate development of cGMP release & stability methods to transfer to the Quality Control division. Experience as a people manager is desired to train, mentor and manage junior scientists.
This role will also be responsible for overseeing and developing characterization assays, sample testing for process development, writing SOPs & technical reports, method co-qualification, and more within the autologous cell therapy division. The focus will be on the development of molecular assays and ELISA impurity methods utilizing a Design of Experiment approach. Expertise in at least one of these fields is required with the other to be trained on and developed.
Requirements:
- BS/MS in a biotechnology related field (biochemistry, chemistry, molecular biology, biology) with a minimum of 6+ years of experience in a GMP industry setting.
- Expertise in either molecular assays or ELISA’s.
- Skilled in Phase Appropriate method development & qualification activities for clinical programs with a solid understanding of the ICH guidelines.
- Autonomously design, execute, and troubleshoot method development activities including statistical analysis of data.
- Impeccable writing and verbal communication skills are essential for the position’s deliverables including scientific reports and presentations.
- Seek out new and/or better ways to enhance our science & technology by staying on top of current literature and emerging technologies
Preferred Requirements:
- Knowledgeable in Design of Experiments (DoE) software is a plus, JMP software is used onsite for method development activities and statistical analysis of data.
- Positive can-do attitude, desire to expand capabilities.
- Ability to manage and quickly pivot to changing priorities, desire to learn new skills, bring ideas, solutions, and your voice to the table to drive decisions and advance our science.
- Actively engage in decision making
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Benefits for you:
BioNTech US is committed to the well being of our team members and offers a variety of benefits supporting our diverse employee base. Salaried/Position-Targeted Hourly Employees working 30+ hours per week are eligible for our comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include but are not limited to:
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Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
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Life, AD&D, STD and LTD Insurance
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HSA & FSA Spending Accounts
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Health & Wellness, including free onsite gym access
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Adoption & Surrogacy Assistance
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Vacation and Sick Time
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Holidays and Floating Holidays, including discretionary winter shutdown
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401(K) Plan with Significant Company Match
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Tuition Reimbursement and Professional Development
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Commuting Assistance and subsidized parking
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Discounted Home and Auto Insurance
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Pet Insurance
Plus more benefits that will be shared upon hire!
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