Job Title: Senior Scientist I, Potency and Impurities
Location: Seattle, WA
Reports to: Principal Scientist, Potency and Impurities
The Role: Just-Evotec is seeking a motivated and creative Senior Scientist I who is excited about expanding global access to biotherapeutics. The candidate will join a fast-paced, collaborative, and multidisciplinary team responsible for analytical testing. The successful candidate will develop and perform method qualification for potency assays, support early-phase CMC programs, and drive analytical strategy. The ideal candidate is skilled in experimental design, data analysis, and communication skills, thrives in both independent and team-based environments and is excited by advancing new technologies. This role also includes opportunities to lead cross-functional initiatives and mentor junior scientists.
As a Senior Scientist I at Just-Evotec, you'll have the freedom to ask the hard questions, think outside the box, and find creative solutions that push us forward. It's a role where your curiosity will fuel both your personal growth and the success of the team.
What You'll Do:- Serve as subject matter expert for potency and immunoassays for early stage biotherapeutics across multiple platforms
- Perform method development, qualification, and routine sample testing
- Apply working knowledge of ICH, FDA, EMA, and USP guidelines relevant to analytical testing
- Participate in process development teams; may serve as analytical team lead and interface with internal teams and external clients
- Author and review technical documents including methods, qualification and development reports, and SOPs
- Present data to internal teams, clients, and at industry conferences
- Lead cross-functional teams and initiatives and junior team members
- Ensure proper maintenance and calibration of lab equipment; oversee reagent and consumable management
- Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives to enhance throughput, robustness, and compliance
Who You Are:- PhD with 3+ years of relevant industry experience, or BS with 10+ years of experience, with a degree in Biochemistry, Biology, Bioengineering, or related field
- Immunoassay method development and qualification experience
- GMP Testing experience
- Comprehensive knowledge of ICH/USP guidelines on analytical and potency methods
- Excellent communication skills; the ability to work cross functionally in a fast-paced CDMO environment
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and maintain high quality standards
Additional Qualifications:- Experience utilizing industry-standard applications (e.g., SoftMax Pro, JMP, Microsoft Office, ELN)
- Development of biolayer interferometry (BLI) or surface plasmon resonance (SPR) methods
- Knowledge of impurity methods for biotherapeutics
- Experience with compendial method testing
The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is expected to be $126,000 to $140,000; Base salary offered may vary depending on individual's skills, experience and competitive market value. Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.
