Johnson & Johnson

Senior Scientist, Protein Analytical Development, Characterization

Johnson & Johnson$100K — $130K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree required; PhD preferred
  • 4 years experience post-Master's or 0-2 years post-PhD
  • Hands-on expertise in mass spectrometry
  • Experience with protein/antibody analysis
  • Familiarity with CMC and regulatory processes in pharmaceuticals

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute mass spectrometry assays for protein characterization
  • Innovate by integrating new analytical technologies
  • Lead technical discussions in cross-functional teams
  • Ensure adherence to GMP standards in documentation
  • Author technical reports and regulatory documents

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work with innovative analytical technologies
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional project teams
  • Roles focused on cutting-edge protein therapeutic development
  • Engagement in the complete lifecycle from clinical development to commercialization
Full Job Description
Job Function: Discovery & Pre-Clinical/Clinical Development

Job Sub Function: Biotherapeutics R&D

Job Category: Scientific/Technology

All Job Posting Locations: Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Scientist, Protein Analytical Development, Characterization located in Malvern, PA.


Purpose:
The Therapeutics Development and Supply, Protein Development, Analytical Development organization is recruiting a highly skilled and motivated Senior Scientist to join our Protein Analytical Development Characterization group. The role reports to the Scientific Director within the Characterization group and will lead development, design and execution of mass spectrometry assays in support of product characterization and process development of protein-based therapeutics. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing innovative analytical technologies and delivering phase-appropriate characterization across clinical development and commercialization to ensure the successful advancement of our therapeutic portfolio.


You will be responsible for:

  • Develop, design and perform mass spectrometry assays in support of product characterization and process development activities for protein and protein conjugates.
  • Drive innovation by evaluating and implementing emerging analytical technologies to enhance characterization strategies.
  • Serve as a key technical contributor on cross-functional project teams, leading scientific discussions and providing analytical expertise to support project objectives.
  • Maintain accurate laboratory documentation and author protocols, technical reports, and regulatory-supporting documents in compliance with Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) requirements.

Qualifications / Requirements:


Education:

  • Minimum of a Master’s degree is required
  • PhD is highly preferred

Required:

  • Minimum of 4 years’ experience following the completion of a Master’s degree or 0-2 years’ experience following the completion of a PhD in Analytical Chemistry, Biochemistry, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or a related field is required.
  • Hands-on experience with Mass Spectrometry (intact mass analysis, peptide mapping, etc.)
  • Experience working with protein/antibody

Preferred:

  • Experience with 3rd party MS software (e.g., Protein Matrix, Genedata Expressionist, etc.)
  • Experience working with antibody drug conjugate
  • Experience working in a GLP/GMP environment
  • Experience and understanding of pharmaceutical development CMC and regulatory requirements for protein biologics

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