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Senior Scientist, Potency Assay

Enlaza Therapeutics
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/16/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/3/2025

Senior Scientist, Potency Assay

About Enlaza Therapeutics :

Enlaza Therapeutics is a growing biotech company developing an innovative synthetic biology platform to create a disruptive new class of biologic therapeutics. We are dedicated to the development of these novel therapies to help patients suffering from cancer and other serious diseases.

Role Description :

We are seeking an experienced senior scientist skilled in developing and qualifying target binding and cell-based potency assays for protein biologics and conjugates. You will work closely with research teams to advance assays from discovery to CMC development. In this hands-on role, you will lead the development and transfer of potency assays to CDMOs, overseeing their implementation for lot release, stability, and characterization to support clinical manufacturing.

Responsibilities :

  • Develop GMP QC-compatible target engagement assays to support release and stability testing of covalent biologics.
  • Develop GMP QC-compatible cell-based functional assays including but not limited to cytotoxicity assays to support release and stability testing.
  • Culture, maintain, and generate well-documented banks of cell lines required for assay development.
  • Identify and manage critical reagents needed to develop and execute assays.
  • Author and / or review technical documents for method development, transfer, verification / qualification protocols and reports.
  • Review GMP release and stability testing results for potency assays. Support OOS / OOT root cause analysis, QC data review, batch release processes, and deviations / investigations at GMP facilities.
  • Collaborate with the CDMO to support reference standard qualification for bioassays.

Requirements :

  • Advanced degree (PhD or MS) in biology, biochemistry, or a related field.
  • A minimum of 5 years of industry experience in potency assay development.
  • Proven hands-on experience in the development and qualification of target binding and cell-based potency assays for GMP implementation.
  • Experience with data analysis software such as PRISM, Softmax Pro, or similar tools.
  • Strong ability to engage and communicate effectively with cross-functional internal teams and external CDMOs.
  • Additional Experience Preferred but Not Required :

  • Previous work with CDMOs and involvement in regulatory submissions is a plus.
  • Experience with process impurity testing, including assays for bioburden, host cell proteins and DNA, and leached protein A.
  • Compensation :

    In addition to a competitive compensation package with stock options, the company also offers a comprehensive benefits package for our employees and their families, which includes medical, dental, vision, and supplemental disability insurance.

    Job Type : Full-time

    Annual Salary :

    121,000 - 155,330 per year

    Supplemental Pay Types :

    Bonus pay

    Benefits :

  • Health, Dental, Vision insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(k)
  • Retirement plan
  • Life insurance
  • Relocation assistance
  • Parental leave
  • Flexible schedule and vacation
  • Year-end winter break
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