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Scientist I, Injectable Drug Product Development

Alexion Pharmaceuticals
New Haven, CT Full Time
POSTED ON 2/8/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/8/2025

This is what you will do :

The Scientist I will join Injectable Drug Product Development group to lead cross-functional efforts to enable the development of Alexion’s injectable products in the pipeline. This individual will develop phase appropriate formulation and manufacturing process with a detailed understanding of biotherapeutic drug product degradation pathways and key fill finish manufacturing unit operations. This individual will lead the study design and execution in a laboratory setting with an understanding of protein chemistry and biopharmaceutical assay. This individual will work both independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment within the Injectable Drug Product Development team as well as other groups in the Product Development and Clinical Supply organization.

You will be responsible for :

  • Lead Drug Product development team with execution of formulation screening and stability studies for injectable drug products including proteins, oligonucleotides, and peptides.
  • Lead process development and support tech transfer of GMP fill finish processes to internal and external manufacturing organizations.
  • Support analytical method development and optimization
  • Writing internal technical reports on the executed studies
  • Assist in preparation of external regulatory submissions (IND, BLA etc.) for the Alexion product candidates
  • Participate in cross-functional meetings and contribute to drive CMC deliverables
  • Participate in industry leading technical development initiatives to strive for the best practices within the function

You will need to have :

  • PhD in Chemistry, Biochemistry, Biophysics, Chemical engineering, or relevant field with 0-2 years of relevant experience, a MS with 6 years or BS with 8 years of relevant experience.
  • Extensive experience on developing phase appropriate formulations and fill finish processes.
  • Working experience on various injectable dosage forms in vials, prefilled syringes / cartridges.
  • Comprehensive understanding of chemistry and stability, and degradation mechanism of proteins and peptides.
  • Ability to work in a collaborative setting and adhere to timelines.
  • Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a cross-functional settings.
  • Hands-on experience with liquid chromatography methods (e.g., SEC, RP, IEX, HIC) and capillary methods (e.g. iCE, LabChip GXII Touch).
  • Strong knowledge of analytical software (e.g., Empower).
  • Ability to interpret raw data, organize results and communicate findings to project team and management
  • The duties of this role are generally conducted in an lab environment. As is typical of a lab-based role, employees must be able, with or without an accommodation to : lift / carry 15 / 30 pounds unassisted / assisted; work comfortably in a controlled environment with and around biological, infectious, and hazardous materials; gown / degown PPE; use a computer; engage in communications via phone, video, and electronic messaging; engage in problem solving and non-linear thought, analysis, and dialogue; collaborate with others; maintain general availability during standard business hours.
  • We would prefer for you to have :

  • Experience with electronic record keeping and data software, like electronic lab notebooks, EndNote, as well as MS Word, PowerPoint, Excel / GraphPad, Visio, JMP / Minitab, and Adobe Pro, would be an advantage.
  • Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
  • Understanding of the biotechnology products life cycle and factors impacting product stability.
  • Understanding the principle of risk assessments.
  • Knowledge of cGMP and quality guidelines.
  • Date Posted

    07-Feb-2025

    Closing Date

    06-Mar-2025Alexion is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where every single person can belong because of their uniqueness. The Company will not make decisions about employment, training, compensation, promotion, and other terms and conditions of employment based on race, color, religion, creed or lack thereof, sex, sexual orientation, age, ancestry, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, marital status, pregnancy, (including childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), parental status (including adoption or surrogacy), military status, protected veteran status, disability, medical condition, gender identity or expression, genetic information, mental illness or other characteristics protected by law. Alexion provides reasonable accommodations to meet the needs of candidates and employees. To begin an interactive dialogue with Alexion regarding an accommodation, please contact Alexion participates in E-Verify.

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