What are the responsibilities and job description for the Downstream Manufacturing Scientist position at Unicon pharma?
The Downstream Manufacturing Scientist will execute mammalian cell culture purification to produce recombinant proteins for biosimilars, working with volumes ranging from 50L to 2000L in a cGMP environment. This role requires technical expertise in AKTA purification skids, TFF systems, and familiarity with batch records, protocols, and investigations.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform downstream processes (column packing, process troubleshooting, data analysis) in a cGMP environment.
- Lead purification for engineering, clinical, and commercial batches.
- Operate and maintain purification systems; establish equipment specs and improve manufacturing processes.
- Conduct investigations, resolve technical issues, and ensure compliance with GMP and safety standards.
- Collaborate with teams and vendors; handle documentation and batch execution issues.
Requirements
- Education: Bachelor’s/Master’s in chemical, biological, or biochemical sciences.
- Experience: 4-5 years in biopharmaceuticals, GMP, and aseptic environments.
- Expertise with AKTA skids, single-use consumables, and engineering/clinical batch execution.
- Strong communication, computer, and organizational skills.
- Knowledge of GMP documentation, cleaning validation, and compliance.
Other
- Ability to work under pressure, meet deadlines, and work flexible hours; occasional travel may be required.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: $38.23 - $40.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Night shift
Experience:
- akta: 3 years (Required)
- Tangential flow filtration: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Piscataway, NJ 08854 (Preferred)
Ability to Relocate:
- Piscataway, NJ 08854: Relocate before starting work (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $38 - $40
