Sr. Scientist II
$117K-$231K (Glassdoor est.)
Sr. Scientist II
Location


San Francisco

Requisition Number

3553-395-R

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Position Overview


The Biologics Purification & Manufacturing team is looking to hire a Sr. Scientist, Biologics Purification.

Summary:

Nektar biologics CMC organization is seeking a highly motivated and experienced professional as a Senior scientist of Analytical Development, Quality Control and CMC. The ideal candidate has demonstrated knowledge in Analytical Development of biologics and familiarity with PEGylated Drug Substance and Drug Product. This position will collaborate closely with internal cross-functional departments with representatives from bioassay development, analytical method development/characterization, process development, manufacturing operations, quality assurance, project management and regulatory affairs to achieve corporate goals and objective. This position will also require working closely with multiple external contract organizations including CMOs and Contract Laboratories in the areas of method transfer, qualification/validation and implementation of QC methods, with focus on plate-based and cell-based potency methods for lot release and stability studies.

The successful candidate must be proficient in biological assay development (ELISA and cell-based) and be proficient in Quality Control execution and systems, stability study programs, method development/qualification/validation, and end to end CMC regulatory drug approval process for biologic drug substances and drug products. We seek a self-starter with the ability to work independently under minimal supervision, and who is looking to be part of an authentic, innovative and fast-paced team. The ideal candidate will be instrumental in bringing the company’s therapeutic products from early-discovery development stage to commercial launch and be a critical part of creating an innovative team for the development of the company’s next generation products.

Responsibilities:
Work closely with the method development team and provide strategic guidance on potency method selection, development, qualification/validation, technical transfer and troubleshooting.
Manage specification setting and stability programs for clinical and commercial products in accordance with ICH/FDA/EMA/USP/Ph. Eur. Guidelines.
Oversight and management of contract testing organizations engaged in analytical development and quality control activities. Provide technical review of analytical data integrity and laboratory documentation, method development reports and method qualification/validation protocols and reports.
Author, update, and revise CMC sections to support regulatory filings.
Address CMC comments in responses from regulatory agencies.
Ensure compliance with cGMP such that the products are assessed to agreed-upon specifications in a timely manner in order to support in-process, lot release and stability testing.
Participate in deviation investigations and CAPA implementation in support of CMC QC projects and improvement.
Support inspections/audits (regulatory and internal) and draft audit observation responses.Proactive engagement to identify projects and areas for continuous improvement purposes.
Requirements:

Master’s degree in Chemistry, Biochemistry or a related life science field; PhD degree is highly desirable.

Working experience with a minimum of 8 years in analytical development and/or GMP testing (Pharmaceutical or Biotechnology industries) with primary focus on the development, tech transfer andqualification/validation of bioassays (including, but not limited to, ELISA, enzyme activity, cell-based potency methods)

Technical knowledge in protein chemistry and analytical chemistry, and in the development and implementation of general and protein-specific analytical methods is desirable.

Excellent oral and written communication skills, auditing skills, and proven ability to work autonomously and manage effectively in a matrix environment.

Proficient in project and personnel management, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to work on multiple projects with tight timelines.

Excellent interpersonal and verbal communication skills, and with ability to influence and liaise in a dynamic cross-functional matrixed team environment.

Proficiency in MS Office, Word and Excel - Proficiency in statistical analysis software is desirable
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against applicants due to race, ethnicity, gender, veteran status, or on the basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Nektar Therapeutics will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in the manner proscribed by the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
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