Process Development Scientist III Job Details

Date: Aug 28, 2024

Location: San Diego

Company: Wacker BioTech US Inc.

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

To strengthen our team in San Diego,

we are looking for you as a(n) Process Development Scientist III.

Experienced PD Scientist III will be responsible for designing and executing upstream or downstream manufacturing processes on plasmid DNA. The PD Scientist III will conduct a significant quantity of work which requires independent judgement.

Essential functions of this position:

Independently devise new approaches to solving technical challenges. Develop technical solutions and execute series of experiments.
Take the initiative on novel or complex problems, to improve, optimize, or implement new processes.
Regularly interface with internal and external stakeholders, with more independence including technical presentations and customer meetings.
Regularly provide information from technical publications, such as patents, to discuss with management and to plan potential future experiments
Prepare sections of technical reports and presentations with minimal direction or oversight, based on work experience and independent thought.

Position Qualifications

Bachelor of Science degree in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline.
Minimum 5+ years experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry or a comparable academic institution, performing in a process development, R&D, or manufacturing role
Knowledge of state-of-the-art techniques for fermentation, alkaline lysis, tangential flow filtration, and/or purification processes for plasmid DNA
Excellent presentation and communication skills for interfacing with internal and external stakeholders/customers
Proficient in project management concepts
Advanced knowledge of plasmid, protein, and/or RNA related analytics
Willingness to give presentations at conferences or to customers, traveling as necessary
Experience with mRNA and/or protein production is a plus
Knowledge and experience with process characterization is desirable

The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in San Diego is $81,000.00-102,000.00. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc . Wacker is a multi state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

What do we offer?

WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

Compensation and Incentive plans
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1
Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays
Paid parental leave
Wellbeing fund
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
401(k) with company match
Education Assistance Program
Career development and advancement opportunities
Support for Community Involvement

We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.
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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.