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Process Development Scientist II

Wacker Chemie AG
San Diego, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 1/17/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 4/16/2025

Do you want to take responsibility and make a difference with your work? With your expertise, we can achieve great goals together. We are WACKER - Reliable. Determined. Ambitious. As one of the world's most research-intensive chemical companies, we've been making countless products that are an integral part of your everyday life possible for over 100 years. From vegan food to resource-efficient buildings to solar cells, we develop sustainable solutions that change the future.

We are looking for you as a(n) Process Development Scientist II .

The PD Scientist II will be responsible for independently evaluating, selecting, and performing upstream or downstream manufacturing processes on plasmid DNA. The PD Scientist II will accomplish specific assignment objectives and implement solutions with minimal supervision. The PD Scientist II will rely on a strong base of experience and participate in cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.

Essential functions of this position :

  • Independently perform upstream or downstream processes plasmid manufacturing processes as a primary responsibility. Plan and troubleshoot experiments with limited supervision.
  • Investigate a limited number of experimental variables to achieve clear and specific project results within a narrow focus area.
  • Rely on experience and data-driven decision-making to plan and accomplish goals.
  • Work with R&D, MFG, MSAT, and QC groups to facilitate technology transfers.
  • Prepare figures, technical information, and slides for reports and presentations.

Position Qualifications :

  • Bachelor of Science or Master's degree in Biochemistry, Biological Sciences, Bioengineering, Chemistry, or related scientific discipline.
  • Minimum 3 years' experience in biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry or a comparable academic institution, performing in a process development, R&D, or manufacturing role.
  • Travel as necessary for technology transfers and / or conferences.
  • Experience with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within fermentation, alkaline lysis, tangential flow filtration, and / or purification processes for plasmid DNA.
  • Experience in documenting work in laboratory notebooks, presentations, and written reports.
  • Demonstrated basic project planning skills.
  • Working knowledge of plasmid, protein, and / or RNA related analytics.
  • Ability to communicate technical information for documents, presentations, or reports.
  • Experience with mRNA and / or protein production is a plus.
  • The anticipated salary range for candidates who will work in San Diego is $70,000.00-85,000.00. The final salary offered to a successful candidate will be dependent on several factors that may include but are not limited to the type and length of experience within the job, type and length of experience within the industry, education, etc. Wacker is a multi-state employer and this salary range may not reflect positions that work in other states.

    What do we offer?

    WACKER is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability. We are innovators, researchers, and pioneers and we believe that our individual differences are our collective strength. We foster an inclusive environment that promotes individuality, celebrates diversity, and builds cohesive teams. Together, we create exceptional value for our employees, our customers, and our communities by creating a culture of inclusion and equity that enables, empowers, and values our diverse contributions.

    WACKER strives to reward its employees in a fair and equitable manner. Our Total Rewards Package considers employee wellbeing and is comprised of compensation, benefits, work-life balance, performance & recognition, and career development.

    Compensation and Incentive plans include :

  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day 1.
  • Paid Time Off in addition to personal days and holidays.
  • Paid parental leave.
  • Flexible hybrid work arrangements.
  • 401(k) with company match.
  • Education Assistance Program.
  • Career development and advancement opportunities.
  • Support for Community Involvement.
  • We are looking forward to your online application at www.wacker.com.

    If you are considering sending an application, make sure to hit the apply button below after reading through the entire description.

    Reference Code : 28166

    The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.

    A minimum requirement for this US-based position is the ability to work legally in the United States on a permanent unrestricted basis. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position, including for any type of US permanent residency (e.g., for a green card).

    WACKER is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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    Salary : $70,000 - $85,000

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